Well, because I believe in second chances, I tried this restaurant again. This time it was at lunchtime and the service was markedly better. I had a terrific waitress who was completely swamped with tables. I ordered the salad bar and a grilled cheese sandwich. Amazingly it came to darn near $20. The salad bar was not good. The lettuce was all brown, and the toppings were very slowly refilled. I also noticed that the person refilling the toppings was just dumping them onto already standing product; this is a food violation because you are not supposed to put New on top of old. Needless to say, within 15 minutes of having eaten, I had some life-changing experiences. I will not be back at this Eat n Park. read more

I've visited this location twice in the last couple of weeks - once dine in and once carry-out. Both times I was underwhelmed with the food. Everyone in our party agreed - it was good, but just not great. Our dine in service was also just so-so but to be fair, the restaurant did seem to be understaffed. My dining partner's soup arrived warm not hot as did the fries on my steak salad. We probably should have sent the food back to be warmed but we didn't see our server again until we were almost finished. Today's takeout was much better both in temperature and service but once again, the food was just ok - nothing that would compel me to want to come back. Eat 'n Park has always been a mainstay when I visit the area. I'm not going to give up - I'm sure I'll give it another try next time I'm back in the Latrobe area. I just hope it will be the restaurant I remembered. read more

Eat'n Park - Steak salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Latrobe, Pennsylvania

This was a stop for a family meal while out. It was on our way home and we really wanted a sit down meal and this fit the bill. I also am a sucker for a salad bar. There were five of us in our party and they attempted to sit five adults in a rather small booth. I was literally sitting on the edge of the seat. Before we could get our drink order in my Dad had asked if we could be moved to a table instead of a booth. Without hesitation they moved us, which we greatly appreciated. That was the only hiccup here for us. Once we were resat we ended up putting in our drink order and had a chance to look over the menu. I went with the Shredded Pot Roast Sandwich and, since I love a salad bar, I got the salad bar as one of my sides. I don't know what it is about a salad bar that always makes me want to get it. But I think the fact that I don't have to prep all the vegetables is always a highlight. And who can argue with the size of the salad you make or the amount of toppings you put on your salad. Combine that with the fact that it was loaded potato soup day for the bar and you had me at that. Needless to say I ended up leaving here heavier than when I arrived. I want to applaud the staff here. Solely because they handled a Karen rather appropriately. This Karen arrived with disdain, she was appalled that the salad bar didn't have the ONE item she was hoping would be on the bar. She made this known to her server, who just happened to be our server. When the server didn't have the answer she wanted, she wanted to talk with whoever was involved with the salad bar that shift. So that person came out, who, as calmly as ever could be, explained to this lady the same thing the server just said. That, too, did not suffice, she asked for the manager...OH NO, dear God *gasp* The manager came out, and surprise, gave the Karen the same. exact. answer. What was the answer, you ask? That the person that usually manages the salad bar had called out sick and they were doing their best to have the salad bar set up properly (honestly, it was set up how every single location sets it up). Well, Karen didn't care that people have lives and things happen, she wasn't paying for whatever they had just ordered and decided she would go elsewhere. So, yes, the staff here did a great job dealing with an entitled person. I applaud you. I really hope that this Karen enjoyed wherever she went that was 'nearby.' The closest thing, which was right next door, was a Taco Bell. read more

Food was good!!! Service was great. Waitresses stopping by to see if you need anything!!! The atmosphere was very nice!!! Every one was happy and enjoying their food!! read more

Went with my younger brother before going to movies was excited to see they had mini potato pancakes ( latkes) as a side staff were very accommodating to Ike and I's dietary restrictions with his allergy and both of us being orthodox Jewish and having to follow a kosher diet read more

Eat'n Park - Chicken tenders and latkes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Latrobe, Pennsylvania

Friendly staff. Yummy food. Love the salad bar. Their ranch is my favorite of all time. Wish I could buy it to use at home! People (other customers) are so rude anymore. Everywhere is so short staffed. Waitresses are running around like crazy. My daughter and I had Alysha last time we were here. Friendly. Did her job. Prompt service. Food was good. I tell people all the time, if you don't like the service you get or the wait due to staff shortages or lack of product, eat at home. It is absolutely not the employees (who show up to do their job everyday) fault! read more

Waiting 15 minute for a cup of coffee - yes it's Sunday and yes there are people here - but I got a bad feeling when the waitress said she would 'get to us when I can!' Never heard that one before! Going on 20 minutes now and still no coffee or water. Hope the food is at least decent. Service improved once the food arrived. Tasty biscuits - just average food - filled us up but won't be rushing back! read more

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Best restaurant ever. Inexpensive. I've have loved Eat'n Park since I was a kid. The salad bar especially. Always amazing and fast service. Love it! read more

Service was terrible took forever to get waited and for food to come out. I would much rather eat at McDonald's then here again.

We were in the area touring St. Vincent College and stopped by since it was close to our hotel. DD and I both got burgers and salad bar. The salad bar was pretty decent. Lots of different kinds of veggies, some fruit, a pasta salad, and cole slaw. There were also three different kinds of soups and some breads (pumpkin bread, chocolate chip muffins, and corn muffins among other items.) The burgers put me in mind of steak and shake. Not bad, but not great. Service was really good. Although the restaurant was crowded we were seated pretty quickly. If we are in the area again and are looking for some down home comfort food, we would probably try it again, but it wouldn't be a restaurant we would go out of our way for. read more

This location is near where we frequently have early appointments which makes it convenient. It seems that my visits here are hit and miss. One time the server is friendly and attentive; then the next time, we get a server who takes our order and does not return until it's time for the check. This chain offers a breakfast and lunch/ dinner buffets. My husband and I don't like buffets. We order from the menu. Be aware that Tuesday's breakfast buffet is a special price for seniors and it gets quite crowded. I like their soups and coconut cream pie. The management does make an effort if something doesn't make a customer happy. At least, that's what happened when my husband complained about how much time transpired in getting his order. I had my food but he was still waiting for his meal. Manager offered to compensate but hubs refused and just wanted to make Eat N Park aware. read more

The staff is super rude and they gave me broccoli for dinner last night but it was cold but I really enjoyed the Nantucket Cod without the crumbs read more

they messed up my order they put tomatoes on it and took my lettuce off when i asked for no tomatoes and lettuce very disappointed

The waiter was mean. charge my friend for 2 pieces of fruit. For 15 dollars.

I've always loved this place. The soup and salad are really good. They always have chicken noodle soup, chili and a soup of the day. The breakfasts are delicious too. Since it's open 24/7 good place late night after going out. read more

Eat'n Park - Love the soup and salad bar here. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Latrobe, Pennsylvania

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I'm downgrading them to 3-stars as the service at this particular Eat 'n Park reverted to their slow to non-existent days I recall from years past. Not sure what's happened. When we mentioned it to management they were less than enthusiastic in my eyes to take my comments seriously. I'd be curious to know if this is a recent development or just a bad data point. read more

We met my aunt and uncle here for lunch. They are in their 90's and it's one of their favorites. The food is good and the wait staff is very accommodating. It's a small town so they ran into several friends and it was an overall good experience. I had grilled chicken with broccoli and corn. Our group also enjoyed a chicken sandwich, French toast and a turkey and Swiss sandwich. read more

Me and my two children went to the eat n park at Latrobe for dinner the night before thanksgiving and all I have to say is five stars isn't enough!! The service and food was over the top, the restaurant was super clean and everything was just over all wonderful. Highly recommended super friendly folks over there read more

Great place to have breakfast. The smile cookies are the best. Will come back many more times.

This place is always consistent. Food is what you'd expect and the service is always friendly. This is a well ly stop for us.

Went there for breakfast. Food was ok, not bad. You have a choice of buffet or special order. I did feel I needed a AARP card to be there as I was the youngest one in the place. I think a table of older ladies was checking out my butt, can't say for sure. Overall not bad, food nothing special and service was ok. read more

The former managers and workers were Abhorrent. It was like walking in and Dealing with a bunch of miserable jerks and bratty teenagers with attitudes. They now have a great group working there. The late night staff is amazing. The one waitress perfectly puts together my togos and I don't have to check them! Very nice as well Kudos eat n park! You have regained me as a Customer! Well done! read more

You've got to love Eat-n-Park. Not the best, not the worst, but generally an old reliable. We stopped in here for breakfast on a recent Saturday. And although they offer a breakfast buffet on the weekends--I didn't order it. Not only am I not fond of buffets--the food never seems to be well prepared--but it was cheaper for me to order off the regular menu. So I went with the old standby, the Original Breakfast Smile with fried eggs. Topped off of course with some great coffee. Oh and what a sight we made, all bedecked out in our Halloween finery! Well we were on our way to the HallowBoo Festival at Idlewilde Park! read more

Visiting here from out of town. Stopped at this local diner for dinner. Service was decent, not very busy but our waitress didn't check up on us very often. Food took a while for only 2 people on a night that wasn't busy at all. Ordered the buffalo chicken wrap and there was hardly any buffalo sauce on it. Onion rings as the side and they were bland. Luckily, my wife enjoyed her buffalo chicken salad (grilled) or else I would've given this place a 2 star. Be better. read more

Eat n park in latrobe rocks!!! Great food, great service, great people. Good food at a fair price.

Great place! If you've never been, it's basically like a Perkin's or Bob Evan's. The burgers are really good. Recommend getting the bacon cheeseburger with onions rings as a side. The staff are very friendly. Let's not forget. Pies. Pies. Pies. read more

the lady served me without patience. my bottle is empty for a long time. Also maybe I or she made a mistake for my order, I had said I'm sorry for the misunderstanding first, she responded nothing! she got angry and throw the mistake order on the table，which makes me very uncomfortable. Did you make smile? No, the lady makes so terrible! read more

Um, no. Friday afternoon, post lunch "rush" and service was slow. My son got chicken tenders which were comparable to low end sam's club tenders (and that might be insulting Sam's). The double burger I had was nothing special either. There are plenty of better options in the area. read more

Classic chain restaurant breakfast food, but the staff was very, very accommodating and they were incredibly kind to our little one. Another upside: the large servings. We ordered way more than we needed. I enjoyed the pancakes- nice and fluffy! read more

I've been going to this restaurant weekly for many years!! They've always had great food and the staff is so kind and hospitable. We've never really had any problems at this restaurant and I would easily call this place my favorite restaurant. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a casual, family-friendly establishment to enjoy a delicious home-style meal! read more

It's eat n park it's a chain and you get what you order! I can't complain. Service is good. Food tastes as expected. I just hate the salad bar prices that are so high for literally a basic salad and soup. read more

Seated immediately. Salad bar could use a sprucing up with fresh goods. Ordered lemon sole w/ panko crust BP fresh steamed broccoli.came out hot/ fast. Ladies were great servers. Went above and beyond to make this single diner feel welcomed and appreciated. Would go back. read more

This place isn't gourmet but that's the point. It's good food at a great price. Menu is child friendly even for picky eaters. Fast, efficient and friendly. read more

Salad bar was excellent. 2 servers were assigned to refresh the food selection and clear spills. Compliments to manager and staff.this was the Latrobe location read more

I have been to this Eat n Park numerous times, and I will continue to be a loyal customer. Service is great, every one is very friendly. (Especially Shelly and Mel). My food has always been fresh, correct, and served in a timely manner. It was nice to see all the awards they have received for fund raising and the Chamber of Commerce certificate. Keep up the great job !!! read more