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A Must-Visit for History Lovers! Incredible Cellar Dinner. If you are visiting Gettysburg, The…read moreDobbin House Tavern is an absolute must-visit! This spot is a real treat for history lovers. The building itself dates back to 1776, and learning about the fascinating history behind it--including its role as a stop on the Underground Railroad--adds so much depth to the experience. We ate downstairs in the cozy, candlelit Springhouse Tavern cellar, which has an amazing, authentic colonial atmosphere. The food was just as spectacular as the vibe. The French Onion Soup: Absolutely amazing. It comes piping hot with a thick layer of perfectly melted, gooey cheese on top. The Drinks: I paired my meal with their bottled root beer, which was excellent and fit the old-school tavern feel perfectly. You get great food, incredible service, and a piece of living history all in one stop. Don't miss this place when you are in town!

History class would've been a lot more interesting if it ended with onion soup and roast beef…read more The Dobbin House in Gettysburg isn't just a restaurant--it's a living piece of American history. Built in 1776, it has been a family home, the first classical school west of the Susquehanna River, a stop on the Underground Railroad, and even a Civil War field hospital. Today, you can grab an incredible meal while surrounded by centuries of history. If you go, eat in the basement tavern. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip. I kicked things off with the Baked King's Onion Soup, loaded with perfectly toasted cheese and a surprise twist--shredded beef that took it to another level. I followed that with the Spit Roasted Chicken Dinner, roasted the old-fashioned way over an open fire until the skin was perfectly crisp while the meat stayed juicy and tender. Because apparently I arrived with the appetite of all 19 Dobbin kids, I also ordered the Dobbin's Hot Beef Sandwich. Tender roast beef on a buttery brioche roll with rich au jus for dipping? Absolutely demolished it. Then came the roast beef club with Swiss, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo, plus not one... but two sides of potato salad. Pro tip: dip the potato salad into the onion soup. You're welcome. The Dobbin House proves that great food never goes out of style. They say you can't eat history... but after this meal, I'm pretty sure I did. If these walls could talk, they'd probably tell me to slow down next time.

First floor dining

DOBBIN'S HOT BEEF SANDWICH Tender roast beef piled high on a brioche roll, and dippings.

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The Dobbin House, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Mason Dixon Distillery

4.3(468 reviews)

1.2 mi

I stopped by this restaurant on my way out of Gettysburg and I was very pleased with the food and…read morethe service. I knew they had a lot of options on the menu but I only needed a bacon cheeseburger w/ chips and a Diet Coke. The food was good! The staff was very friendly and accommodating too. Hit this place up!

I was let down by this place. I liked the idea of them making their own alcohol on site, but the…read morefood wasn't up to par. First, half the tables were empty and there was still like a half hour wait. It just seemed not staffed enough, but once you're here (they don't take reservations) there's not a lot of places nearby to change your mind to. There is a small merch shop to browse as you wait. The tables are nicely spaced out. The Bavarian pretzels were great, but they only come with mustard and cheese is an upcharge, which I've never seen as a pretz connoisseur. It was an interesting thicker cream cheese-ish dip which required spreading with the knife. The website lists a "weekly steak special" but none was to be found when we went. So we got the gyro which was decent and the Philly cheesesteak which was extremely salty to the point of being almost inevitable. The homemade chips (the only non upcharge size) were thick and crunchy. Both sandwiches were around $20 which felt overpriced for the quality. Other sides were available for an upcharge, which seemed not worth it on the existing bill. The service was good, the bathrooms were nice, and there was plenty of parking. The food was just disappointing. If you're more of a drinker, you may be able to overlook that.

Mason Dixon Distillery in Gettysburg, PA

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Spring House Tavern

4.0(152 reviews)

0.3 mi

The settling was appropriate for the area, very well done and maintained!! The food was delicious…read moreand was presented well! Portions were just right. Our waitress was absolutely amazing! She was clearly overwhelmed, but somehow managed to keep herself together and did not skip a beat. Did not miss a thing. So impressive!! Definitely get to this place - something for everyone.

Great food, good service, a little pricey but awesome atmosphere. Like stepping back in time.read more

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The Dobbin House -- Location of Spring House Tavern

The Gettysburger Company

4.3(356 reviews)

0.9 mi

My son treated me to lunch here, after I helped him pick up some furniture he purchased in…read moreGettysburg. It's a small pub that offers excellent burgers, sandwiches and wraps. I had the smokehouse burger. I ordered it medium rare and it was served exactly how I ordered it. It was pink, moist, juicy and not over cooked. The burger was not a frozen or preformed patty. I could see the patty was hand formed. We were sat immediately at a table not far from the kitchen. Each of the dozen or so tables comfortably sits four people each. Our server was friendly, cheerful and attentive. There is a bar in the main dining area serving liquor and beer. In the back of the bar is a pool table and an outdoor patio also with a bar and several tables, offering a great way to eat and relax outside. There are two bathrooms, one inside the restaurant and the other is outside by the patio. The one by the patio is a little cleaner and better maintained. Burger prices are a little on the high side, averaging between $17.00. However, you are getting a superior burger. Street parking can be a bit of a challenge due to the restaurant being located in downtown Gettysburg. Parking is free on Saturdays and Sundays until 1 PM. This is a nice local pub to meet up with friends and family for a casual eating experience I recommend giving this joint a try. The qualitu of the burgers alone make it worth while.

First I'll say that the service here was top notch. We…read morewanted to dine indoors since the weather has been hot and muggy, but, once we entered the dining room , the dampness and a musty smell made us opt for the albeit uncomfortable but still the better option. I should've left and found another option altogether. We both ordered burgers (of course), his a bacon cheeseburger with fries and coleslaw, mine a patty melt on rye bread with Swiss cheese, fries and coleslaw. Both medium rare. Both came out medium well, no coleslaw, one invisible slice of cheese on each burger and white bread instead of rye on my patty melt. The grilled onions actually looked more like onion jam and the trays with black/white checkered paper this is served on looks like it's never seen a sponge or water. No, I can't recommend this place.

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The Gettysburger at The Gettysburger Company in Gettysburg, PA

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Waffle Fries with Powdered Sugar at Gettysburger

Blue & Gray Bar & Grill

4.0(788 reviews)

0.9 mi

A burger in one place is much the same as a burger in any other? Ha!…read more The Blue & Gray Bar & Grill, right in the center of historic Gettysburg, goes one better. We'd spent an entire day touring the battlefield, it's a Saturday, and the town is full of tourists. No surprise we had a thirty minute wait for a table. But once inside and seated, it was clear to us that the B & G was no ordinary bar & grill. The burgers are themed for generals, both Federal and Confederate, who took part in the battle. Each burger is characterized by the general it's named for. The General Buford, for example, is served with bleu cheese crumbles and horseradish (he's a cavalry officer, get it?) and the Robert E. Lee features a slab of Virginia ham. I ordered the General George Meade. Meade was a Pennsylvanian, so naturally this burger comes with a pile of Philly cheesesteak. A carnivore's delight, to be sure. No complaints here. And if I'm ever back this way, I'm curious to try the General Longstreet: it's served with carmelized onions and peanut butter. That's gotta be good.

Been to Gettysburg many times, first time in here. Its where the group wanted to go…read more First it started with a 30 minute wait. Then the menu. Quite alot of different burgers on the menu. Lots of different wing choices too. Very little choices for entrées. More like an afterthought. Our waitress, bless her heart looked overwhelmed. I asked for a specific type of beer. "Oh im a girl, I dont know beers" say what? Then hands me a hand written list of beers to choose from. Also she totally forgot to put in one of the orders, for a table of 7. Yea, how do you miss a whole meal??? I asked for a medium burger, got medium rare. Along with cold fries. Who eats rare burgers??? The burger was delicious, but too rare for me (got the blue cheese one, named after some general) Overall I wouldn't recommend this place unless all you want is burgers and wings. Cause thats all they have. Oh and expect to wait in line with everyone else for a table. The place is smaller than it looks.

View from our table looking out to the street

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The Garryowen Irish Pub

4.2(918 reviews)

0.8 mi

Nice friendly staff and great service. I would recommend highly…read more The prices were really excellent especially for the area.

Love the menu! It's a big menu so there is something for everyone, but their Irish classics are…read morereally where it's at, and things you won't find just anywhere. Our server was not only nice but also very knowledgeable, giving us in depth descriptions about the beer options. Will definitely be back!

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Hot Irish Whiskey Sausage Sandwich

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Irish BLT! (A different cut of bacon)

Lincoln Diner

3.5(510 reviews)

1.0 mi

Found a true American classic at Lincoln Diner in Gettysburg. Rolled in with the family on a…read moreSunday expecting a quick lunch... rolled out questioning every life decision. We ordered the Presidential Breakfast, and I swear it came with its own zip code. Pancakes, French toast, eggs over easy, sunny-side-up eggs, corned beef hash, bacon, sausage links... enough food to feed three hungry people--and it actually did. Every bite was worth it. Shoutout to Brenda for the awesome service and to the house coffee for being the best cup in town. Great prices, huge portions, and zero regrets... except maybe wearing jeans with a button. If Abe Lincoln ate here, he'd have needed a nap before writing the Gettysburg Address.

The Lincoln Diner was suggested by the clerk at the hotel I was staying at. I love diners -- it's…read moreone of the things I look for on road trips. I ordered the roast beef club sandwich which came with fries. It was huge! I had to keep holding it to squish it down enought to take a bite! It was also very good. The price were reasonable, and the service was good. I am glad that I chose to go there.

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Jamilie Syrian Kitchen

4.5(43 reviews)

0.9 mi

Food is well seasoned. Stuffed cabbage and lamb kebabs were delicious. Well-stocked bar. Pretty…read moredecor.

Looked up places to eat on arrival to Gettysburg and my son and I were intrigued to see a Syrian…read morerestaurant. It wasn't very busy, seemed a slow night in town but the server was very friendly and helpful. (Becky I think). She even helped me out with parking given I couldn't get the meter to take my payment online. Ordered Kibbeh and the mixed platter. The Kibbeh was excellent with a lovely blend of spices. I was skeptical at first but it was really good The mixed grill was very flavorful , the kebab was our favorite, a sauce with it would have been nice. Portion size was pretty good to be shared between the two of us after a day of driving. If you are in the area and want something a little different give Jamilie a try and ask for Becky!!

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Ernie's Texas Lunch

3.7(110 reviews)

0.8 mi

August 11, 2022 Came…read morehere for breakfast. Didn't have anything special but their pancakes and bacon were pretty on par. Nothing to complain about! What this place has is phenomenal atmosphere! Kinda old-fashioned there going in here and it works. Couple that with the extraordinary staff and you have a real winner. Will absolutely return!

Hmm based on the reviews I was expecting a lot more...especially when it comes to hot dogs from a…read moreplace supposed to be known for hot dogs. Coming from Rhode Island with hot weiners I have high expectations for what they call the 'Texas dog' and I can say that they didn't even come close. A dog with meat sauce, mustard and onions...The bread was a majority of the dog with a mountain of yellow onions that left so much of a bite I couldn't take another. The dogs were really big and seemed to be cut in half but the casing was tough and the dogs were not of quality. The stars given were simply to account for the memorabilia and history of the establishment which was cool to see. Overall, the dogs made us sick and left us disappointed but the history is worth the trip? Maybe just don't get the hotdog.

Cali burger, texas weiner and chili fries

The staff is great

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Appalachian Brewing Company

3.8(531 reviews)

0.1 mi

I visited with family in Gettysburg and we stopped for lunch here. It was my first time but the…read morefood was delicious so I understand why they would bring other people to check them out. My uncle ordered a cup of chili to start. It was served hot which is always a bonus. Not too spicy even though it had a spice label next to it on the menu. The presentation was nice as it's served with 4 tortilla chips. My Aunt opted for the babyback ribs served with fries. My uncle's main dish was the soft shell crab tacos while I went with the brisket mac and cheese and side Caesar salad. These items, with exception of the salad, were on a separate menu, likely seasonal. The servings are large (even the side salad)! I barely put a dent in my Mac and cheese. I was a little disappointed that the brisket that was "folded" within my MAC and cheese was playing Hide-and-seek. I would prefer more protein in that dish based on the quantity of pasta. The salad was well-dressed. At most restaurants I have to add caesar dressing to the salads. I washed it down with a sweet tea while my Uncle tried the White Birch beer. My aunt thought the baby back ribs were dry, and had a bit too much sauce on it. It would have been nice to have less sauce on the ribs, with additional sauce on the side. My uncle did not think the soft shell crab tacos were all that (although novel), which is probably why he ordered. It had more batter on it, and one can barely taste the crab. He said he would not order it again. As residents they will not go back to this restaurant anytime soon, and can't really recommend it unless someone just wants to try give it a try. I'll have to try the root beer on my next visit. Our waiter was very attentive and the volume in the restaurant was reasonable enough to have table conversations. I definitely recommend stopping at one of these locations if you're visiting or passing through.

The last time I was here, we couldn't stop raving about it, and I'm hopeful we just caught them…read moreduring a lull, because it was night and day (unfortunately). The server was a young guy, who, at 3 pm on a Wednesday really just was trying to grab a bite to eat himself in the back room. No attempt at a smile, but he did go through the motions. We've been servers before so we know what it's like to be tired on your feet, but this wasn't that. As to the food, the bratwurst reuben was really, really, not good. The fries were fine. Burgers were decent. They forgot (several times) the sauce for my kids chicken tenders, so that we had to go get it ourselves, and by the end, it felt like we couldn't wait to get out of there. Bummed, we've been waiting to go for a few years! It's amazing how a few smiles could have improved the experience.

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Jerk Shrimp Tacos w/ fresh chips and salsa. Water Gap brew

Appalachian Brewing Company - Nachos. They were not bad. I am not sure if they make these fresh but would taste better I think if chips were warm fresh. No to lettuce!

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Nachos. They were not bad. I am not sure if they make these fresh but would taste better I think if chips were warm fresh. No to lettuce!

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Jaime M.

3 years ago

My husband and I had been in Gettysburg for our honeymoon September 24th-October 1st 2023. We had dinner twice that week at the Friendly's restaurant. I had previously been there,but it was my husband's first time there. We absolutely love it there. The food was fantastic,no complaints at all. The service and the employees are simply amazing The ambiance was great. I highly recommend Friendly's restaurant for anyone in Gettysburg or surrounding areas. read more

Jaime D.

3 years ago

My husband and I went to Gettysburg for our honeymoon September 24th-October 1st. We had gone to Friendly's restaurant twice while we were there. I had previously been there before,but was my husband's first time. It was absolutely amazing. The food was phenomenal,no complaints at all. The service and the ambiance was fantastic. I definitely recommend Friendly's restaurant to anyone in Gettysburg and it's surrounding area. read more

Anne S.

522

14 years ago

Wish we had Friendly's in CA, they are a major step above a Denny's.

Jeff S.

163

18 years ago

not bad for a Friendly's. good service.

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