We've been here before on our ride into Elk Country and it really never disappoints. Reasonable prices for the size portions and located in the heart of elk County! Food is always delicious and waitstaff are always friendly $$ parking is plentiful and handicap accessible. read more

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Food is reasonably priced but can be hit or miss. Over the 20+ years I've been coming here, I've learned what is good. It is essentially the only dining option in town, especially that is open late. They have daily specials throughout the week (wing night, pizza night, etc). Their smoked items are very good, but I'm not sure if they offer them every day, it may be a weekend only deal. Pizza is also good, but it is nothing compared to the Guido's Garage Pizzeria which has since closed. :( My favorite items here are the golden garlic fries, italian wedgie, pulled pork, and smoked wings. Lots of booze options too. Servers are nice. Can't say anything about the room offerings as I've never seen them. read more

The atmosphere was great, the food was awesome the staff was kind and professional, great place to eat

only at at the restaurant, didn't stay in a room. food was lacking. Staff was disorganized and rude.

After visiting the Elk Center our group decided to head down the street to the small quaint town of Benezette to grab a bite to eat. We walked into the restaurant which is nothing fancy at all and perfect if leaving the trails on your UTV. We were seated by our waitress and told about the specials and our drink order taken. The rest of the staff were also very attentive. This is where the news gets bad. There were 6 adults and two young children in our party. My wife and I decided to split a nacho and wow, it's unique. The chips themselves were actually pretty good, but the meat I think maybe came from a can. The queso cheese sauce also has a strange taste. Peppers on nachos are standard of course, but not Banana Pepper rings. The second item we and another in our party ordered was the chili. It has a very unbalanced tomato base lacking flavor of anything other than tomato. The meat again had a very canned meat flavor. The beans where not the standard kidney bean one would expect. They used Garbanzo beans(chick peas). Very strange from what I'm used to. I also opted for onions on top which was a mistake. I'm guessing the onions either are bought chopped or were prepped the night before. Very strong oder and taste. It's edible, just not in any sense of the word Chilli. in are party ordered the Elk Burger with besides being very dry was ok. The dryness would be expected from lean meat, that's why you need to have a fat either blended in or on top. The others in the party had fried zucchini which was fine also. The two young children had grilled cheese which is what I should have probably also have gotten. Over all the staff is very pleasant and made sure drinks were filled and our party had what we needed. As tourists the food we ordered just wasn't very good. It did not make us sick or anything, just not what we were expecting. Maybe we just ordered the wrong items. read more

This rustic-cozy establishment is situated minutes from key elf viewing areas! Waitstaff are friendly. Grilled food is au rigueur here. It's tasty and perfectly grilled. I like a beef burger and fries. The beverage choices are numerous. Plan an overnight here and stay a while in relaxing comfort! The locals who hang out here are welcoming and share good tios about visiting places while in the area. If you go in August, plan a day at the annual elk festival at the Elk Country Visitors Center. read more

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Very friendly waitresses who stop by often to check on you and offer refills on your drinks. The smoked baby back ribs were good. Meatloaf a little dry. The place looks very dated but still mostly comfortable. Also, according to my daughter, the turkey dinner was awesome. Real chunks of turkey breast. read more

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The staff was very pleasant. The inside was clean. I could smell them smoking something sort of food, it was a pleasant aroma. The food was good and well portioned, prices reasonable. read more

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Food isn't very good and there was hardly and chicken on the sandwich . Don't recommend.

Mi amore and myself went on an elk adventure. The bugle sound is amazing! Anyhoo. The two more prominent spots other than a gas station in the area were benezette hotel and old bull. We chose the hotel. We ordered hot meatloaf sandwich with fries (wish they were fresh cut), fried zucchini, and turkey dinner. All portions were sizeable and reasonably priced. The meatloaf was obviously homemade. It was tasteful and not dry. The gravy for the meatloaf was delicious and on the fries as well. The turkey dinner was good also obviously roasted there. But the gravy was a bit tasteless. Not the cleanest place in the world but the ambiance is neat and the service is wonderful. read more

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We went to benezette with friends Saturday and had lunch at the hotel! Food was delicious as always I have never had a bad meal at the hotel! I will continue to make it a staple in our trips to Benezette! I highlt recommend the chicken cordon bleu sandwhich! read more

Visited on a Tuesday. Short staffed. Waited 15 minutes to be seated with over half the tables empty. Cheeseburger, golden garlic fries & Turkey on Texas toast with mashed potatoes all smothered in gravy. Took 45 minutes to get our food. Did not bring any silverware and only one napkin for both of us. Cheeseburger was burnt on the outside and completely raw in the inside. Turkey was on regular bread, not texas toast and mashed potatoes were instant. Meal was horrible. Service was astoundingly bad. We'll never go back there. read more

This restaurant is just awesome! It is so cute and low key and there is tons of homemade food. They even offer elk burgers! If you are going to look for elk, I highly recommend stopping here for some food! We went on a Saturday night and it was kind of busy but we only waited 5-10 minutes. Definitely go here! read more

Quick service for Togo orders, menu wasn't as good as I expected. Ordered mozzarella sticks, they were good and got the Italian wedgie. Requested extra marinara sauce and they did not provide any. Overall would go back again. read more

This was our first time eating here. It was very good food and decently priced. My husband loved his burger. I got a Ruben and thought it was good also. We also got wings witch were a little over cooked but the sauce was good. The service was good and we got to eat outside. We would recommend this place. read more

Pretty decent hotel, its the only place you can stay in a 30+ mile radius, and its right in the center of elk country. (which is Benezette Township pop. 227) You'll really like this place, its got to be the best thing in the area, they have some other bed and breakfasts, but nothing like this. They have food & beer also. We went up to look for elk one year, and we ended up seeing 17 of them on route 555, also know as Elk Scenic Drive. for a video please see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSXwxgbKzqQ read more

Top 7 Favorite Things about this Little Gem in the Heart of Elk Country 1.) They have a big outside smoker, they smoke meat .. those meats taste amazing. 2.) Coldest draft beer I've ever tasted (comes in a jam jar to boot) 3.) Peel and eat shrimp during Lent (they're gorgeous) 4.) Chicken quesadilla Chicken quesadilla Chicken quesadilla 5.) The Jukebox - Karaoke night (I'm no Whitney Houston, but a girl can dream) 6.) The popcorn machine and all it's salty, buttery offerings 7.) The people: the owners, the staff, the locals - they treat you like family (whether you live ages away and stop in once a month or once a year) read more

During our visit to Benezette we were anxious to eat at Benezette Hotel after reading all the good reviews. We waited 45 minutes in an outside tent for our table to be ready. No issue's there. First impression after entering the restaurant, we were underwhelmingly impressed with the decor. Not a shocker but we expected more. The 2-star rating comes from the frozen food menu. Nothing here is cooked, only food that is heated and served. We were very disappointed since we expected fresh food including local elk. The "fresh" Elk burger is not fresh but a frozen patty. There is another restaurant in town although we would not eat there since that looks very unappealing (you'll understand when you see it). I recommend that if you are eating in Benezette to pack your own lunch. read more

I don't get any negative reviews. This place is a greasy spoon so yes, if you come expecting 5 star dining you will be disappointed. Yes it does take a little time to get your food because it's made hot and fresh! Stopped by on the way down from the Elk Vistiors Center. Hubs and I got the poppers for an app and the special which was buffalo chicken sandwich. Can't beat $7.95 for a good sammich with a toasty bun, chips, and a good fresh pickle. Their sweet tea is good too. Not too sweet. Just right. The girls there were very attentive. Was asked 3 times if we were ok or needed anything. Good hot meal on a chilly day. read more

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This place, nestled in Elk Country is a hidden gem. They served our group of 22 quickly and we LOVED the food! Believe it or not, the presentation of the food was really nice! Fare prices, awesome yummy stuff! Our kids loved the Wedgie, we had never heard of it before! Waiters and waitresses ver friendly snd the place was very clean! We'll be back in the Fall, with a few less people! read more

We had lunch there and we all thought it was really good. I had a Ruben sandwich, and hubby had a bacon cheeseburger, friends got steak salads and everything was good and fresh. read more

The Benezette Hotel is one of my frequent stops on summer motorcycle rides. Where else can you get an Elk Burger? The outside looks a bit run down but the food is pretty darn good. Use caution in the area as Elk (and elk watchers) tend to move around without care for their own safety. Last time I ate here there was a giant bull elk right across the street about 20 yards away just eating some grass. That being said the service sometimes leave a lot to be desired. It usually depends on who is there, but if you get sat at the wrong table you are going to spend most of your stay not seeing your waitress. Still if you are going to see the elk and want to eat some elk, stop at the Benezette Hotel. read more

I've been to the Benezette Hotel multiple times. They just redid the hotel inside and out. The food there is amazing no where else can you get a bugle burger. They have fast service and reasonable prices. It is a very nice place for living in Elk County or not even in the state. During hunting season we are down at the Benezette Hotel almost every weekend. I highly recommend it to friends and family or the elk viewers. read more

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This is a great place to stop while exploring the Pennsylvania Wilds. The Benezette Hotel prices are very reasonable and they have a really nice menu. I recommend trying the wings with the special House Sauce which is a strange mix of Nacho Cheese,Ranch,and Hot Sauce... Put together it's pretty tasty. It was really busy when we stopped by but overall they did a great job keeping everyone happy and keeping the food coming. Stop in you'll be glad you did... these hole in the wall restaurants are what dining in the PA Wilds is all about! read more

Excellent food and great service!! We ate here three times during our stay in benezette. I had the meatloaf , prime rib and brisket. All wear amazing. The mixed drinks were delicious and strong. Def grab a crick water. This is by far the nicest place in the area with the biggest menu. The food was priced very well and I cant say enough good things. My friend had the Ruben sandwich twice and swore it was the best one he'd ever had. I wish I had this place in my hometown. read more

The sign outside says Good Food...Cold Beer....Well, the beer was cold but there was no rush to get it to our table. The food.....not good. We ordered burgers....they were burnt to a crisp...no juice, no taste..they were killed. Guess that is why we waited 30 minutes for them! I am not a fan of fast foods but wish we would have taken that option...there was one fairly close in St. Mary's read more

Food was fantastic we had smoked brisket and baked potato and meat loaf and mashed potatoes. The portions were huge and delish. Inexpensive beers and great prices for the food... $30. Can't beat that. We did not stay at the hotel so I cannot comment. I would ask to see a room some how before reserving. They were small with shared bathrooms. read more

I great place to go if your looking for good food and a cold beer. The staff does an excellent job taking care of the crowds there. I live in Cameron County and love going to the hotel for a few beers. read more

Have passed everytime we are in the area & since it was a Saturday usually they are so very busy. Not too crowded finally decided to try it. Not what I pictured inside & no sign so we just sat ourselves. The table was so wobbly we could not lean on it. Then when I went for the restroom, it,was out of service & had to use the bar side. Which was loud & I guess, a bar. The menu was very minimal at best, not much more than bar food. Got a steak wedgie for 2. Upon opening it, was hard pressed to find any steak. A baseball sized glob of cheese covered onions with wilted lettuce inside. I overheard one teenage waitress to another, how fresh was the coffee. A shoulder roll later, it was being served to someone else. Never again. Unless you just want alcohol. read more

I am a fan solely for their wings. I come to visit my wife's family in the area. This is the only restaurant at which I'll order wings as they seem to make them the right way by double frying them. And their garlic and butter sauce is just like how my mother used to make them. So, my review is very biased. My wife loves the odd but delicious grilled chicken salad which has french fires as one of the ingredients. Again, ... wings. read more

Your choice of restaurants and lodging in Benezette is limited. The Benezette Hotel is a good place to stop in for dinner after watching the elks for several hours. You are tired and cold and just need to relax. This is the place to do it. Food is pretty good. Even when they are busy you can get a table in short time. This year we stayed over night. You get a discount on meals if you are guests of the hotel. The rooms are small and need a few little touches like a hook on the door for your clothes and maybe a chair. There are eight rooms and 2 bathrooms to share. All appear newly renovated or painted. We were 3 couples. Our rooms and the bathrooms were spotless and our bed linens and towels were so soft and really white. The beds were comfortable. There is a shared microwave if you should need it. No phones or TV in the rooms-no cell service in the area for that matter, but there was a living room with TV, game table and comfortable furniture. Not all rooms had air conditioning. Ours had a fan that cooled the room so quickly and we were comfortable in no time. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenery. You can hear the elk bugling at night. The Elk Center is only a few minutes away as are the viewing areas for the elk. We will be back next year. read more

I stopped to get lunch here since it was a locally owned restaurant. We sat there so long without our drink order or anything being taken that we were discussing leaving. I wish we had. My friend ordered the special smoked burger that was supposed to be med well. I ordered a salad with grilled chicken. It took probably 30 or more min to get our food. My friend's burger was supposed to have lettuce but only had 1 tiny scrap.. It was also more raw than cooked. He said he couldn't taste the beef at all. It had such a deep amount t of smoke that smoke was ALL he tasted. My $10. salad had maybe 2 ounces of chicken on it. I was ready to tell the server they had forgotten the chicken when I found a tiny strip. There was 4 tiny strips in all. I could've eaten it all in one bite. I mean Texas Roadhouse has a chicken salad for the same price that's MUCH larger and actually has a variety of vegs in it and more than a bite of chicken. I can tell you after eating out all week during my vacation I can say this was the worst food we had. The service was horrible. We didnt even get our soft drinks refilled. It was over priced. I didn't see any rodents running across the floor and that's about the only good thing I can say about this place. read more