We stopped in and were seated right away. Our server was excellent and very attentive. The food was amazing, particularly the Seafood Isabella. The ambiance was perfect for a quiet meal. The bill was reasonable. We will definitely return if we are back in Gettysburg. read more

Exceedingly mediocre for the prices being charged. I suppose being in a historic structure is interesting except that when the servers tromp around the floor moves and your table shakes slightly. Of the two servers they had, we had the worst of the two. She disappeared from the floor for long periods so it was difficult to even get a drink refill. Ended up sticking with water as the one cocktail I had was clearly a mix and also seemed to have no alcohol in it. Appetizer selection was limited to seafood or onion soup. Don't like seafood? Tough luck. If you like seafood with some variation of Old Bay then you'll probably like this place. Although there are much cheaper places to eat if you just want basic northerner seasoning. The restaurant was not advertised as a seafood place otherwise I would have avoided it. I ended up ordering a steak, which came with a salad and a potato. The salad and potato was the best part. Despite ordering the steak medium rare, it was unevenly cooked and dry with a leathery exterior. I would have sent it back but I didn't want to spend another hour trying to get someone's attention to resolve it. If I ever find myself in Gettysburg again, I will be sure to eat elsewhere, this was not good value for money. read more

Service was very good. Friendly. Prompt. Ambience was unique. Historic. Folk-loric. Dark. Food was great. Salad was delish. Bread and butter OMG great Soup was perfect and included beef which was unique and tasty. read more

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I've been at the Dobbins House at least several times for the past decade and noticed 2 weeks ago that they were having a buffet for Mother's Day from 10AM until 3PM, so I made us reservations for 10:15. We parked about a block away intentionally since the restaurant parking lot is not huge. After checking with the greeter we were promptly seated andvgreeted by our server, Linda, who was great throughout. There was a huge assortment of foods many of which you can see in my accompanying photos. What you cannot ascertain, however, is how delicious everything was! The prime rib was outstanding as was everything else. The did serve "Mom-Osas" and other spiritus libations. The deserts were wonderful as well, albeit perhaps a bit too sweet for this prediabetic. A lovely touch was a rose for each Mom who was there! ALL servers were attentive and courteous which was nice. Overall 'twas a delightful experience! Oh, the price was $50 per person. We have our wedding anniversary this coming Wednesday and I think i know where we'll be coming! If sightseeing or ghost-hunting in Gettysburg, DO check it out! read more

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Visited over the Valentines Day weekend as Dobbin is definitely an excellent choice for a special occasion - reservation was for 7pm in the main dining rooms & we were seated within a minute or two (I've always noticed that they seem to have an efficient/accurate system - have never had a long wait... even on the busiest days). We were greeted immediately by our server in period garb & placed our drink/app orders. Another highlight is the basket of breads, which are fantastic. We ordered the NY Strip & Primal Rib of Beef® - both as always made to perfection! We had live entertainment as a gentleman with a lute moved about the dining rooms. Timing of the food arrivals was perfect and as always, we had a relaxing & enjoyable meal. We also had time afterward to visit the gift shop, which has a nice sampling of item and souvenirs - we almost always find something to buy;) I highly recommend the Dobbin House as an upscale (but not pretentious) night out - great food, great atmosphere! read more

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PROS: I always come back to this place each year and it never ceases to amaze me on how great this place is. Friendly wait staff, fresh food, reasonable prices, loads of seating, good atmosphere, and menu variety is plentiful CONS: The hostesses aren't the nicest. They act as if they don't want to be there OVERALL: As long as you can look past the front desk you'll have an amazing time here read more

This place was just amazing from being the oldest place to eat and having so many original pieces we absolutely loved it and the food! OMG the French onion soup idk if it's called the kingsman or the kings but it was the best French onion soup I ever had. read more

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Such a cool place!! Food was good!! French onion soup the best we have ever had!!( chunks of beef in the soup) Steak sandwich was excellent and flavorful. Crab cake sandwich was spot on - generous crab minimal filling. We visited at lunch - short wait so we enjoyed a drink at the outside tables. Service was prompt and friendly. Ps they have free parking in adjacent lot read more

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The food and the staff are amazing! Definitely recommend! I loved the ambience! The food was fresh and delicious.

A very lucky find! We throughly enjoyed our meal here. The food was excellent, the service friendly and the Springhouse Tavern was very cool and historic!! read more

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Amazing Tavern/Dining Room sends you back a century+ .. .. Carefully step down into their historic tavern and you will not remember what year it is .. .. Had their delicious local APPLE CIDER and it was crisp, snappy and delicious and their KING'S BAKED ONION SOUP is amazing with the delectable unions and beef at the bottom of the bowl .. .. yum .. .. Just the soup alone left me full .. .. And, don't forget to stop in to their eclectic gift shop on the way out .. .. I left some funds behind .. .. read more

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My wife and I went on a busy Saturday for lunch. The staff was limited so we had to wait for a while to get seated and served but it was worth it. The food was delicious! I also had their iced tea - it was unsweetened and delicious. We sat outside on their patio. It was a perfect spot for lunch on a warm and sunny spring day. They have many umbrellas around so we did our best to stay in the shade. read more

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250 years old and a must visit. This place is amazing and the French Onion Soup is GOLD. The best FO Soup we've ever had. Candles, Fire Place and Staff is amazing. Nice a cozy. 5 STARS!!!! read more

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The pub was good. The salad and French onion soup were good. Would go back again. Parking wasn't easy. read more

My dad and I ate in the more casual downstairs tavern. The food and libations were tasty, but what really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. The candles, antique decorations, and old-timey vernacular helped the tavern feel unique and authentic, like stepping back into history. Additionally, the service was spectacular. We were seated within a few minutes and our server Tiffany was incredibly friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend visiting if you're in Gettysburg -- it's not often you get to eat in a 250 year-old building!! read more

I called to book a group of 21. Dobbin house is a great choice! I love the homemade bread basket, it's so yummy. Also the french onion soup is alwys a hit. With the 20 people that had dinner, they all enjoyed it. I think we likely had one of everything on the menu :) I end up here once a year or so. And each time the staff is attentive, on point and just gracious. They also split all the checks!! That is a huge feat, which they do with ease. Parking can be tight, so arrive early and hunt for some parking. They do have some ADA parking in front. My standalone favorite will alwys be the French onion soup. read more

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The ambiance was historically quaint. The service was a bit slow especially since we were one of the first seatings of the night. The salmon was really good & the rolls were good as well. The Seafood Isabelle was very good. We do recommend this place & eat here every time we visit Gettysburg. read more

We had a nice family dinner at the Dobbin House Tavern - partly museum, partly restaurant. I highly recommend the King's Baked Onion Soup! They offer three dining experiences: a casual tavern (no reservations accepted), a fine dining option (reservations recommended), and a banquet room for large groups of 30+. We came as a party of 21 for the casual tavern experience, and as expected, they had to split us into three smaller tables. I had originally called to reserve fine dining tables, but some in our group didn't pack fancier clothes, so we pivoted to the tavern. The Dobbin House, built in 1776, is Gettysburg's oldest standing structure and is rich with history--it even served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. The preserved architecture and period decor make dining here feel like stepping back in time. We were worried this might be a tourist trap with high prices and average food, but we were pleasantly surprised--the food was delicious. My Bleu Cheeseburger was loaded with big chunks of bleu cheese and cooked perfectly. My favorite dish, though, was the Baked Kings Onion Soup--generous amounts of melted cheese made it absolutely irresistible. A charming, historic setting paired with tasty food made for a memorable evening. read more

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You want something different but was Home Comfort this is the place to come to was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere the outfits and the food but in a good way. read more

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I have been coming here over many years at various times sometimes several years in between. Something has gone foul with this restaurant and the quality of the food that you were being presented and given is absolutely substandard. I have no problem with paying $50-$60 for a good filet mignon, but to get something that tasted like sirloin beef from a crockpot was absolutely not expected. The crabcake was an absolute bundle of salt if you can even call it that. This was not a very good experience and I do not know if I'll ever be coming back. read more

I have been coming here since I was a child & I am so grateful this place hasn't changed a bit! Stopped by in early December for the first time in years and the only thing on my mind was the french onion soup! My mom and I made the 4 hour drive solely for this soup and it is always worth it! Perfectly cheesy and beefy ugh it's a meal itself! I got to have an alcoholic beverage for the first time since visiting and the bloody mary was so delicious! My mom got the Dobbin House Ale & even got some to take home! I also ordered the blue cheese burger which was unreal. Cooked perfectly medium rare with a huge slab of blue cheese! Safe to say I slept well that night! The restaurant continues to be lit by candle light which adds to the ambiance. Dobbin House is always worth the drive! read more

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This is a must visit place just for the history alone. Food - 4 stars Service - 5 stars Ambiance - 10 stars The staff is super friendly and attentive. The food was good but the ambiance and energy of this historic building was off the charts. The place has to be haunted. A must visit when visiting Gettysburg. read more

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Had dinner hear last night. Great service Staff wears traditional 1700's attire. Food was very good, I had the Maryland Crab Cakes and they were excellent. Wine selection was OK read more

A wonderful experience all around. The ambiance was terrific and the service and dishes were outstanding!

Very Enjoyable Brunch Buffet! The Lines included Banana Nut And Cappuccino Muffins Various Salads Waffles & Sausage, Omelettes with your choice of enhancements, Potatoes, Mashed Sweets, Glazed Carrots, Asparagus, Ham, Lamb, Pecan Encrusted Salmon, and Crab Imperial. Various cakes and Pies are on Dessert Tables. Hilda S. Our table service did a fantastic job keeping refills flowing and getting rid of empty dishes! The decor is in a historic Gettysburg building that is partially modernized and the service people wear time period garb! Overall a very enjoyable Brunch. read more

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Great food, fun atmosphere, and great service. My French onion soup was the best I've had. Both the Caesar and side salads were excellent especially the homemade blue cheese dressing My husband had the hot beef sandwich which was great and the Rum bellies vengeance was strong and delicious. read more

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The food was out of this world with more than plenty to eat. Service was exceptional as waitress was attentive and forth coming with tea. The ambiance was surreal as this restaurant was used during the civil war where the restaurant is actually under ground. It adds a feeling of the old time feelings that came with the war during those times. read more

Authentic venue with a true Gettysburg experience. The staff was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. The menu leans heavily toward meat dishes, even the French onion soup has beef, but there's a seafood section with solid options for those who prefer something different. I had the crab cake, which was packed with jumbo lump crab and not overloaded with breading, along with the stuffed shrimp. Both were flavorful, though the seasoning was a bit intense--not something I'd eat every day, but still delicious. I went with a large group, and everyone enjoyed their meal. The drink selection was impressive, with plenty of choices to complement the food. The place was packed even on a Tuesday evening, likely due to its tourist appeal, but it's definitely worth a visit. The decor is an interesting--original from the building's early days, with concrete walls and historical paintings that add to the ambiance. Before dining, you can browse their shop, which offers snacks and souvenirs. It's interesting how they combine two restaurants and a store under one roof. A unique and memorable spot! read more

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It was okay. Good experience. As a treat. Expensive. Friendly. Clean inside but not outside.

Amazing food. Insane atmosphere this place is great. Awesome workers highly recommended

This evening the gang dined at the historic Dobbin House Tavern. The building still retains its original 18th-century charm, featuring native stone walls, seven fireplaces, 4 stories, 8 dining rooms, and hand-carved woodwork. Many furnishings match those of that era. Built in 1776 by Reverend Alexander Dobbin, the Dobbin House Tavern is the oldest standing structure in Gettysburg, and where Rev. Dobbin raised his 19 children by two marriages. During the Battle of Gettysburg, the Dobbin House served as a makeshift field hospital for wounded soldiers, where the wounded filled the house from basement to attic. Dining tables became operating stations, bedrooms were used for surgeries, and the grounds bore the marks of intense suffering and loss. It later became a school, as well as part of the Underground Railroad with secret or hidden rooms that are still visable today. The Dobbin House Tavern is a living museum of American history, blending fine dining with stories of courage, education, and freedom. It is said that Lincoln gave his address just steps from where the tavern stands today. On top of all that history, our dinner this evening was memorable. Every dish was outstanding; ( SEE ATTACHED PHOTOS) it was fine dining at its best. Additionally, the service was above reproach. Attentive, friendly, and caring! We have to thank our server, Sarah, who went above and beyond to ensure our time at Dobbin House was an exceptional experience. If you ever in the area and you don't visit Dobbin House Tavern it is certainly your loss! 06/27/2025 read more

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It was gross. My chicken was PINK! DO NOT book large parties with them. They will make you sit next to strangers and they yell at you if you move!! It took me 37.32 seconds to chew a piece of brownie. That is unacceptable. The " salad" bar had so little options and the "ranch" was a disaster in a container. Did I mention my chicken was pink on the inside? UNCOOKED! Not to mention the water tasted like regret! My chicken was still eligible to go back in the field. read more

Terrible service. We waited 45 minutes after putting our name on the list and requesting a seat at the upstairs portion of the restaurant due to limited mobility of two members in our party. When they called us to the booth to check in, they said "let's go downstairs" to which my party asked how many stairs and specified our members couldn't all go down the stairs to which the shitty, snippy, young, blond, MORONIC, ABLEIST hostess said "heh, it's only 13 stairs". Then said, well we can't accommodate you on the patio either due to a large party. The patio was completely empty. We were here from out of town and came based on recommendation from others. We will NEVER be back, and this is a terrible ableist establishment who fails to comply with ADA regulations and should be shut down immediately. Not to mention the in house HR training that needs to be completed long before now, as their hostess and podium staff clearly don't give a shit about the incoming lawsuits they generate. read more

The Dobbin House Est. 1776 in Gettysburg, PA. The restaurant had a 2 hour wait time but well worth the wait. We decided to have a few drinks at FourScore Beer Co., across the street while we waited. We enjoyed our French onion soup with beef and their homemade pecan pie 5/5 stars!! We look forward to dining at this restaurant again and trying their dinner plates unfortunately, we were too full to order dinner after eating at FourScore Beer Co., but we wanted to check out the dining area in historic building. There's a gift shop inside. We recommend making reservations in advance for the Tavern or Formal dining area. Happy Yelping :) read more

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I have been here several times over the last few years and each visit has been excellent. It's a beautiful historic building with multiple levels. It also houses a cute little store with country-type items like candles, knitwear, jewelry, ornaments and souvenirs. There are different areas that you can choose to dine in: the basement Spring House Tavern and the formal dining areas. We have enjoyed meals in every section. The only thing I would say would be for any older folks or people with decreased mobility is that you may want to avoid the upper level. The stairs are plentiful to get to the second floor and the seats were pretty low. That being said, there are sturdy railings whether you choose basement, main level or upper. The menu has something for every palate. The crabcakes are excellent with good flavor and minimal filler. The steaks are always top-notch. I'm a huuuge fan of the pecan pie and if you pair that with a hot buttered rum, it is sheer bliss. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this place, but the SH Tavern does not take reservations, so you might have a significant wait certain times. read more

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The roasted 1/2 chicken was awesome. Super flavorful and moist. My wife got the filet milan. We wear very hungry, sorry no pictures. We where told a 45 minute wait and we waited 45 minutes. Not a complaint, I really like when a place is so good they keep promises. We ate in the cellar, that is the place to eat. It is a ratskeller. The food service was excellent. Nice place to visit with alot of history. read more

What a wonderful dining experience at Dobbin House. We were promptly seated in the library room for our 5 pm reservation and served by a wonderful woman who ensured a fantastic dining experience (sorry, I can't recall her name). I ordered the special soup, cream of crab and the house beer, both were outstanding. We were served a basket of hot (and I mean hot) rolls and sweet slices of bread. House salad was generous and delightful. The star of the evening were the crab cakes. They were full of lump crab. I selected the sweet potato side and it was perfect. The atmosphere was truly colonial, this building dating from 1776. Everything was very clean and welcoming. I recommend you spend an evening dining at Dobbin House. read more

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Pretty good food, with an atmosphere that is borderline kitschy. Be prepared for a packed venue, mostly with tourists. This was first time I ever got a seat, despite multiple visits during my previous trips to the area. Even then, all that was available was a singe spot at the bar. In terms of history, the place is the real deal. I really enjoyed the cellar vibe downstairs; it's not too dark but dark enough to make you wonder how historic patrons got by with lanterns. The servers were also dressed for the part. The menu was basically all pub staples. Nothing stood out, but nothing looked bad either. I went with a French onion soup, hot beef sandwich, sarsaparilla root beer and a spiced apple wine. I got the impression that Dobbins House is known for its French onion soup, and I agree, it was pretty good. The sandwich was nothing spectacular but hit the spot. Prices didn't seem excessive. Service was good given how busy it was, although you might be forced to wait longer than you like. But the servers definitely tried their best to keep up. I'd give it 3.5 stars. There are places with better food nearby. But if you want history, this is the place to go. read more

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I was really disappointed with my experience at Dobbin House Tavern. The food quality was very inconsistent some dishes came out undercooked while others were overcooked, which made it hard to enjoy anything we ordered. Overall, the meal just wasn't good, and to make matters worse, it left me with a stomachache afterward. I was expecting a much better experience given the reputation, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to it. The service was fine. read more

We had an overall great experience here. There was a wait to eat inside, but they could seat us outside immediately. They had a big menu with everything from steak dinner places to sandwiches. My husband got the crab cakes with squash. The squash and salad were both great! I thought the crab cakes were just okay. Hot beef sandwich was tasty although the bread wasn't my favorite. My son's chicken strips were decent. Our kind waitress kept our water and iced tea full. Food came out quick. I'd come back here! read more

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