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Gateway Family Diner

4.3 (61 reviews)
ModerateDiners, Waffles, Seafood
Open • 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Dogs allowed

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Went to shit. Fruit was brown. Guy took onion rings off our table and proceeded to take them to the bar and eat them in our view. Very unprofessional. He acted as if we were an inconvenience and was rushing us to leave. Pancakes had no taste. The French onion soup... what a let down and was labeled on the recipe as "onion soup water". We used to really enjoy coming to this diner but must have been a change in management and employees.

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Gary H.

We come here often because its convenient as the food here is mediocre at best and ill explain. I odered a Pizza Burger this trip in and the burger was cooked ok but the roll was hard and dry and there was almost no pizza sauce. (See picture) and what they call an omelet is not an omelet but rather it is a Fritatta. Fritattas fillings are mixed directly into the eggs and is cooked slowly on the stove before finishing in the oven, whereas an omelette is cooked quickly on the stovetop and folded over its filling. Honestly, a big difference. Its an ok meal but we really do not go for the food. We go because we can get in and out quickly without waiting to be seated.

Monica E.

Visited this diner for a soccer tournament in town. I saw it had a fairly high rating, so we decided to check it out! It was delicious and worth the visit! We arrived at 9am on Sunday which was good timing as it was busy, but their customer service and timing were impeccable. I ordered the Gateway breakfast as did my husband, and as soon as we ordered it, it was prepared for us in less than 10 minutes. The food was delicious but the home fries needed just a bit more cooking as did the onions on top. Other than that, you got your money's worth and walked out with a full belly. For two gateway breakfast meals, OJ, and coffee, we paid less than $35 dollars for the meal. Super clean and cute, great diner spot to visit if in town! Quality: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Value for cost: 5/5

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RIchard L.

Tried this diner for the first time today for lunch. My wife had a Reuben Panini, which was delicious and huge. She commented that the corned beef was tender so it didn't get pulled out of the roll when you were eating it. I had a salad with blue cheese dressing and the hamburger steak with brown gravy and onions from the senior menu along with some onion rings, which were an additional $1.99 charge. I ordered the hamburger steak, medium rare, and it did not come that way. It came medium/well, but it was so tasty that I didn't mind. My blue cheese salad was excellent also. Our server, Noah was very attentive and the service was excellent. The restaurant has an incredibly varied menu and everything on the menu is served all day long. The restaurant is clean and neat as are the restrooms. There are two display cases with a delicious display of desserts as you enter the diner. Lunch with soft drinks for two was $29 plus a 20% tip that we left. We definitely will be dining here again.

Lisa L.

Having eaten at the Gateway Family Diner a couple of times, my experiences have always been very nice. I come to Gettysburg once a year for a big fundraising gala and it is the next morning that a whole group of us go for brunch here. The service is quick and efficient at getting he us seated with menus and coffee. They are good at informing us of any specials. And the food generally comes out for everyone at the same time. The food is plentiful, hardy and very tasty -so my husband and I typically don't eat again until dinner.

Oreo cream pie.  Delightful
Kevin T.

What quick service! Our very friendly and helpful waitress had our four orders back to us before one could use the restroom. And what a large selection, from bar food to a sit down dinner, the menu while vast did not offer much in the way of a kids menu. However, breakfast is served all day. The food was really good, the service was excellent, and the cakes and pies...oh my what a delight! So many to choose from and then you can take a huge (and I mean the size of your head!) strudels home to feed your entire family for breakfast. Definitely kid friendly (they can find something on the adult menu, it's ok), clean, and very welcoming. Finally, price. I paid about $75 for a family of four (3 adults and a child). That is about what I paid for McDonald in the way down here and $25 less than the hotel restaurant for more and better food (plus deserts). I would recommend Gateway Family Diner for anyone wanting good, right priced, quality food, in a family friendly setting.

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Jennifer G.

Delicious food, prompt & friendly service. Clean, bright location. Lots of parking. Wonderful experience!

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Good food at a good price. Bathrooms could use a cleaning. Service was pretty frequent.

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They had great food and service. We got our food in 5 minutes. Good value for good food.

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Excellent service and food was great. Very clean restaurant and polite people. Will go again.

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Delicious chicken Caesar salad with a delightful waitress. Pleasant lunch. Would return

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The Gettysburger Company - The popper burger

The Gettysburger Company

4.3(360 reviews)
2.3 mi
•$$

Submitted for your approval... Imagine, if you will, a…read moresudden, inexplicable craving for two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun. Your mind immediately wanders to McDonald's. But then reality intervenes. Do you really want two beef patties with the thickness and structural integrity of wet newspaper? Of course not. And that, dear reader, is when you find yourself crossing an invisible threshold into a place where ordinary appetites encounter extraordinary proportions. A place known simply as The Gettysburger Company. Our story begins in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, just off the roundabout. The entrance, tucked along the side toward the rear, has the curious discretion of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Inside awaits an atmosphere somewhere between a classic American diner and a rustic lodge, with seating in the front, back, and an outdoor courtyard. Our traveler read a familiar arrangement of ingredients bearing an uncanny resemblance to that famous burger beneath the Golden Arches. Except this particular specimen exists in another dimension entirely. When he placed the order, the friendly waiter asked not once, but twice, whether he was absolutely certain. "Hell yeah!" He declared, blissfully unaware of the enormity of his decision. And then came the waiting. Minutes passed. Doubt crept in. Had he made a terrible mistake? Had his appetite written a check his stomach couldn't cash? Suddenly, the waiter returned. But something was different. He required BOTH HANDS to lower the meal onto the table. There it stood. A towering monument to bovine magnificence. An architectural impossibility held together by a single wooden skewer, crowned with a pickle like some peculiar monument to mankind's culinary ambition. Our traveler's eyes widened. His mouth watered. Somewhere, the laws of physics quietly resigned. He attempted to pick it up like an ordinary hamburger. A foolish assumption. This was no ordinary hamburger. A knife became necessary to bisect the beast. And then came the first bite. The flavor is a hundredfold better, and the beef patties possess the thickness of regulation hockey pucks. Beautifully grilled to medium, the beef was juicy, deeply flavorful, and unmistakably authentic. Every ingredient played its part in perfect harmony. Nothing overwhelmed. Nothing disappointed. A burger of astonishing proportions that somehow delivered equally astonishing flavor. It was a WOW moment. The fries, meanwhile, were another curious phenomenon. Thick, twisted creations, crispy on the outside, tender within, and seasoned with just enough precision to make one question why ordinary French fries continue to exist. The Gettysburger Company offers an assortment of burgers, from familiar classics to creations that seem to challenge the very boundaries of human appetite. And should you somehow survive the main course with room to spare, the dessert menu promises yet another journey beyond the limits of conventional reality. And so we leave our hungry traveler, forever changed by an encounter with a sandwich of impossible dimensions. A man who entered seeking an ordinary burger and discovered that somewhere between appetite and excess lies culinary perfection. A place where patties are thick, expectations are shattered, and the only thing more extraordinary than the burger is the realization that you actually finished it. You've just crossed over into... the Twilight Zone. You've been warned.

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.

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The Gettysburger Company - 01.17.25 one section of the dining area

01.17.25 one section of the dining area

The Gettysburger Company - The Gettysburger at The Gettysburger Company in Gettysburg, PA

The Gettysburger at The Gettysburger Company in Gettysburg, PA

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Gettysburg Eddie's - Bourbon BBQ Chicken at Gettysburg Eddie's

Gettysburg Eddie's

3.9(314 reviews)
2.7 mi
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We grabbed some lunch before heading home after a weekend at Gettysburg. It was a Sunday around…read more1pm. We had about a 25 minute wait. It's kind of small inside, so not as much seating as other places. Small menu, but that is not a bad thing at all, but, if you are in the mood for something specific be sure to check to make sure they have it before you go. I had the grilled chicken sandwich with the seasoned waffled fries. My husband got one of their salads and added shrimp to it. Both were very delicious! We had to try the desserts. We shared the pb pie & cheesecake with caramel sauce. Wow they are amazing. Our server was super friendly & polite. Pricing was fair. They add 3% for credit card use just a heads up, I know some people don't like that. So you know to pay cash otherwise.

We've been coming to Gettysburg for YEARS and somehow never made it into Gettysburg Eddie's. After…read morefinally trying it, we're mad we waited this long! We came in about an hour before closing, and our server Aedan was absolutely wonderful. She was energetic, sweet and attentive, and never made us feel rushed. Easily some of the best service we've had in a long time. We started with the Supreme Nachos, and these are definitely meant to SHARE! They were HUGE and absolutely loaded. The housemade chips were incredibly crispy, and I loved the addition of banana peppers. They added a tangy bite and different kind of heat alongside the jalapeños. Some of the best nachos we've had outside of a Mexican restaurant, and our table of four still only finished about half! My mother-in-law got the Reuben with onion rings and said it was the BEST Reuben she's ever had. That says a lot because it's one of her usual orders when eating out. She especially loved how flavorful and tender the corned beef was. My husband got the Tuesday special of 3 steak tacos for $10. The steak was tender and tasted like quality cuts of beef. His only criticism was that it could use more seasoning and that a housemade spicy ranch or signature sauce could really take the tacos to the next level. I got the fish and chips, and the haddock was MASSIVE! The thin, crispy batter stayed perfectly attached, and the fish was hot, flaky and tender. The very thin tail end was slightly dry, but it was such a small portion that it didn't take away from the meal. The biggest surprise was their housemade tartar sauce. Creamy, tangy and slightly sweet from the relish. Hands down my favorite tartar sauce I've had! The seasoned battered waffle fries were also delicious, and they give you a TON. The coleslaw wasn't personally my preferred style since I like a finely minced, sweeter and juicier slaw, while theirs was longer shredded and drier, but that's completely personal preference. Portions here are HUGE, so several meals could easily be shared or give you plenty of leftovers. We also loved the cozy neighborhood pub atmosphere with exposed brick, dark wood, baseball and Eddie Plank memorabilia, and moodier lighting. Between the food, atmosphere, huge portions and especially Aedan's wonderful service, Gettysburg Eddie's has officially earned a spot in our Gettysburg rotation. We can't wait to come back!

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Gettysburg Eddie's - 12 oz. Ribeye at Gettysburg Eddie's

12 oz. Ribeye at Gettysburg Eddie's

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Dobbin House Tavern - Baked King's Onion Soup

Dobbin House Tavern

4.1(1.4k reviews)
2.6 mi
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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.

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

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

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Mason Dixon Distillery - Monte Cristo

Mason Dixon Distillery

4.3(468 reviews)
1.9 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.

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Mason Dixon Distillery - Mason Dixon Distillery in Gettysburg, PA

Mason Dixon Distillery in Gettysburg, PA

Mason Dixon Distillery - Fried Brussels Sprouts

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