This Historical (older than "America") tavern has an amazing cozy vibe with a wood fireplace that gives a beautiful aroma. Candles are lit as you sit down and service is very friendly. I ordered the French dip which was amazing (beef sandwich with Au Jus dip). Trust me- get this! The surf and turf burger was alright- though we may be tough critics because we are from Maryland and love our lump crab cakes! The crab cake was a little extra fishy tasting but the burger and fries were good! Oreo cake was delicious and the Eggnog Martini was spectacular! We also tried the Hot Apple cider cocktail with spiced rum which was yum. Sadly women's bathroom soap dispenser was not working though. If you're there, check out the gift shop. I would come here again on our next roadtrip up north! read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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This place is great! It's a very cozy and historical tavern that was built in the 1700s! It has kept its colonial charm with the decor, metal dishware, and large open hearth in the dining room. The food is also very tasty. I had lobster ravioli and the oatmeal pie, which were delicious. They also have a little gift shop next to the tavern, which has some very nice gifts and decor for purchase. I purchased a couple Christmas ornaments. The gift shop building also has a big fireplace so it is very warm and cozy in there too! read more

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Dining in a pre-America structure, 1760s historical landmark, is pretty cool. I had the lobster ravioli, which was quite good. The dish contained only two modest size raviolis, was smothered in sauce and tasted good. Lobster Ravioli Topped With Seafood Newburg Lobster & cheese ravioli topped with shrimp, scallops and crab in a sherry cream sauce. The seafood was cooked to perfection and melted in my mouth. The savory flavors mixed with the fresh bread, magnifico. The salad was fresh and also tasted great. Our server was good. She did not have an inviting personality, however took good care of us. My dining partner had the bison burger and said it was "absolutely delicious." The portions are larger and prices reasonable. read more

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Absolutely love having the opportunity to stop in for a drink,appetizer, lunch,dinner or dessert . The tavern offers dining upstairs or downstairs depending on availability. Either way this tavern is warm, cozy and relaxing. Fireside dining is the best but one will certainly experience everything the tavern has to offer regardless of the seating arrangements. Well worth the wait if visiting during the peak hours. Plan to use your wait time to explore the detached gift shop. Reservations are not accepted. read more

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Anytime we're in the Bedford area we always eat at Jean Bonnet. I can't say much about the food because I always eat the same thing. There's a bison ranch, (The bison corral), a few miles west of the restaurant, on route 30, so I always get some type of bison product. My friends and family members have their own favorites. I've never heard a complaint about anything they've had. The portions are more than sufficient the beer is cold and they have some great desserts. We like the Peanut Butter Pie, with Whipped peanut butter filling in a flourless peanut butter cookie crust topped with hot fudge. There are two indoor dining spaces and a deck outside, they have a gift shop and rooms for overnight stays. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Western side of the Inn with the gift shop to the right. - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

Great tavern restaurant off the beaten path near Bedford. Sat upstairs. Service excellent.

great service and food. Lovely interior of the fieldstone and cedar beams of which the house is made. I truly felt I was in a pub house of colonial times. I only wish we had thought ahead to make reservations to stay here for our 1 night in Bedford. read more

From the welcoming, attentive staff and beautiful garden leading to the door, to the consistently good food, this place has it all. The feel of the place is real, a 1700's tavern with candlelit tables and low beamed ceilings. But the food is what keeps us coming back. The two stellar menu items for us are the French Onion Soup and the Onion Rings. Tonight I chose to go a little different route and ordered an item from their Summer menu. The BlueberryShrimp Salad. It was very large and delicious. It included blue cheese, candied pecans and a light citrus vinaigrette dressing. Of course it came with a warm roll and their delicious cinnamon butter. It was fabulous! If you're traveling on Route 30 and you haven't stopped here yet, do yourself a favor and stop. You will be happy you did. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Blueberry Shrimp Salad - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

I had seen this tavern from the turnpike hundreds of times over the past 35 years of travel. I always wanted to stop here but never had the time, until today. On my way back from east to west I got off at Bedford and in less than 10 minutes, you can be at the tavern. I was really interested in seeing the history of this building. And they print the history on the menu and on your placemat to make it easy. They also serve their food on period dishes, meaning pewter. The tavern dates to the 1760's. They have a large parking lot. I ate in the actual tavern, part not in the dining room, and I sat at the bar. They do have a full bar and probably at least eight beers on tap. I had a Juniata brewing IPA & a Loose Cannon from Baltimore. I started with their crab and corn chowder, which was really thick like a stew and quite delicious and it came in a pewter crock. Next, I had the French dip sandwich and the meat was very tender, and it was quite delicious. Then I had their July special dessert, which was a personal Keylime mousse pie with the best shortbread crust! Service was friendly and efficient. They also have a dining area upstairs and I believe downstairs as well. They have some additional patio seating outdoors. It is also a bed-and-breakfast and you can rent a room upstairs. This restaurant is supposed to be the most haunted restaurant in Pennsylvania, although I had no encounters during my visit. There is a cure gift shop in a separate 1700's log cabin that sells artisan crafts, gifts & restaurant tee shirts. I would definitely stop again. Be aware this place may be challenging to anyone with mobility issues due to stairs & age of building. read more

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A normal restaurant in an 18th century tavern. The combination results in interesting atmosphere and ordinary food. The food was fine but the presentation (e.g. au jus in a disposable plastic cup) made it an average evening. read more

My husband and I have stopped here a few times traveling north to Pittsburgh. The food is terrific, the people are so friendly. Beautiful structure and if you're lucky enough to sit by the fire in the cold months, it makes the ambience that much better. My husband had the steak with sweet potato fries and beets. The beets weee unusually excellent! I wasn't as hungry but I had the French onion soup which was probably the best I ever had. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - French Tavern Onion Soup - excellent! - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

I ordered chicken parmesan. The chicken was tasteless and not tender. Linguini and was were good. Salad was excellent. Service was excellect. read more

I got the fish and chips here as well as a stout beer to wash it down. Loved the staff who took care and of us and our drinks. It has a local vibe, yet is close enough to the main road that you get a lot a visitors cone in for a meal on their way across the state. Desserts a good as well. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - At the bar - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

Oatmeal pie. You must try it. It's similar to baked oatmeal, but even more delicious! I also enjoyed the sour hard cider. So unique and good. On an entire campus, there's a little gift shop, three goats (kids under twelve get free for free to give to the goats), a tavern, and a restaurant inside a 1762 historic space. Service is excellent and there's a large parking lot out front. read more

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You never can go wrong with what you order here. Food, service, atmosphere is always exceptional. Love going here read more

Our last night on the road returning from our trip to Louisville. This old tavern was recommended to us. Our first time here. The parking lot was quite full and there was a short line waiting for a table. We were seated within 5 minutes. Our server Brianna was delightful. We suggest that the Owner consider cloth napkins. Always a nice touch. How about monogrammed napkins "JB". The wine was not presented properly likely a training issue. The only fries available were regular fries. Just asked to leave them in for 30 seconds more I like them crispy. My wife got lobster ravioli I got the sea bass special and started with a cup of French onion soup. The soup was ok. The onions were hard and seemed to have been just thrown into the soup. The pinions need to be sautéed. The salads were uninspiring. Spacing between courses was poor. Also a training issue. My beets as a side were great have not had beets in awhile. My fish was also tasty and well prepared. My French fries were partially toasty and partially soggy. Our chairs were uncomfortable they seemed to be here since 1750. . Ambiance was a period revolutionary times tavern. A giant fireplace on the left as you enter and stone walls throughout. We say ambiance a, service b, food c, value b. Nancy & Mark. read more

Felt very welcomed when I came in. Food was very very good especially the prime rib. It's hard to find a good prime rib were I live. The price was reasonable for a 12oz portion and it was prepared to the way I like it. The drinks were also prepared right as far as an old fashioned which again it's hard to find it made the right way. If I am in the area again I will definitely stop back again. It's worth the trip and the prices is very reasonable to. read more

After passing this establishment over 100 times , we stopped in for dinner. This building had been here approximately since 1762 and was a French fort & trading post! With that said, it is not totally handicap accessible. Neat historic feel, good food selection that was very delicious. 3 miles from the Pennsylvania Turnpike entrance - exit 146 ( Bedford) read more

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This place is top notch. The food is impeccable service is great! The atmosphere is beautiful and historic. Literally, what's not to love here! It was the perfect candle lit dinner! Our food was absolutely delish and I'm forever craving the salmon I had here! The waitress got word it was my birthday and gave me a free dessert! It was perfect! read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Crab and Shrimp Topped Salmon - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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The Butternut Squash Bisque was surprisingly delicious. The ambience was great. Nice staff.

Do I make exceptions for charm or atmosphere over food quality?? This is a rare occasion. If the food was good, it break the spell that has u convinced u just crawled in from a snowy battle, looking to hunker down w/ some cider & potted meat. I was ready to dry my breeches & waistcoat over the smokey cauldron when looked down & realized I'm in sneaks & yoga pants. Thick stone walls, candlesticks, wood burning fire, smoke in the air- it truly feels like another time. Don't expect a gourmet meal or even food that makes sense. I ordered a filet sandwich- they literally put a whole filet on a hamburger bun, then asked if I wanted a side of ketchup or mayo for it. And I ate it, along w/ the salad dressed in interesting vinaigrette of chopped eggs & beets. The Oatmeal Pie knocked my socks off. It was truly good, olde tyme, & melted my heart that staff shared the recipe. These are good people. If you're looking for a killer meal- go elsewhere. This is a great place for some drinks & and lite bites in a truly unique setting. read more

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Great food. Sat at the bar where service was great. Plan to visit again when I'm in the area!

We had a lovely evening at the Jean Bonnet. It has been 10 years since we've been into this restaurant and it did not disappoint. My favorite is the crab and corn chowder, which was spectacular. We also had the prime rib and it was done to perfection. The atmosphere is engaging for conversation and cozy with its candle lit tables. To make it even better we had the most wonderful waitress named Karen. She made our evening even better. Thank you for carrying on your tradition. It was wonderful to come back and we will return soon.. read more

Service was horrible they brought the wrong meal and then by the time the correct meal came my dining partners were done. So I ate alone and annoyed and all they offered me was a free dessert. Yeah that fixes my ruined Valentine's Day meal. I traveled from out of town and went based on a recommendation. The food was meh but a good value but WOW I WOULD NEVER COME BACK JUST BECAUSE THEY SCREWED UP AND REFUSED TO TAKE CARE OF A CUSTOMER. This was extremely upsetting. I never do stuff like this but the manager said it was my word against the servers. read more

We were traveling back home to Indiana from Connecticut and were looking for a nice local food destination spot. We saw Jean Bonnet Tavern pop up on our map app and it looked like our kind of place. It had great reviews and it did not disappoint. It was only about 6 miles off our route and was worth the extra drive. I had a nice thick cut prime rib with a house salad, baked potato green beans and the French Onion soup. All served on very heavy metal plates that added to the ambience. The portions were Huge and I needed a box. It all tasted great and the historically significant building with its thick stone walls provided a great atmosphere. I would highly recommend this place for a memorable dining experience. They also have a cool gift shop outside. Doug Stanton read more

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I have been to Jean Bonnet's Tavern many times and I always enjoy it! Today I got an October special of "Vegetarian butternut squash ravioli tossed with a light brown butter cream sage sauce with chopped dates and parsley" and it was truly amazing! Perfect blend of sweet and savory. We also got some of the Butter Pecan Cheesecake and carrot cake which were both delicious, and washed it down with some hot spiced apple cider. Delicious meal read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Butternut Squash Ravioli - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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Food was amazing (as usual) but this time was especially spectacular. If you've been to the place before you already know the atmosphere is in an historic house with lots of vintage decor on the walls and a rich history of the place. We had the October special menu that featured butternut squash ravioli. The cream sauce was wonderful and balanced out the sweetness of the butternut squash filling of the ravioli. Kayla our waitress was so sweet and helpful and gave us amazing suggestions for us for things to do around the town. The dinner entree was so filling we were able to take half of it home but of course their desserts are delicious so we got some to go as well. It is a bit pricier than some of the other places around the area but the homemade food atmosphere and service makes it a great deal. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Dinner area - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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Food was very high quality! Price was fair. Nice selection of sandwiches. Service was warm and friendly.

Stopped in for dinner, cute little tavern, lots of quaint touches, had the sirloin salad, good but nothing special, though the white balsamic dressing was great! Ordered a piece of the oatmeal pie to take with us, interesting and tasty! read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - History on the restaurant - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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From research I've done on the Bedford area, I could tell that the Jean Bonnet Tavern was an institution, and now I know why. It's got long-term staff who enjoy working with each other, a standard Americana menu, and a charming location. When I stopped for lunch on my way from Baltimore to Pittsburgh I sat inside / downstairs, where you can see the original stone walls and fireplace, and there are beautiful quilts hanging up. I had looked at the menu ahead of time and knew I wanted the chowder + a side salad so that I would have room for strawberry pie for dessert. While I was a little disappointed that the pie is half whipped cream (my husband's is 100% strawberries), I overhead another patron asking the waitstaff to save her a piece, as she wanted to make sure it wouldn't run out before she got some! After I paid, the hostess invited me to take the winding staircase upstairs to check out the tavern and the outdoor seating on the balcony, as well as the inn rooms upstairs from that. I also wandered through the gift shop (too many pretty things!) and visited the goats. Although there's a big flat parking lot, the tavern does not appear to be handicapped accessible. Sex-segregated restrooms. read more

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My wife and I were pleasantly surprised with our visit to the Jean Bonnet Tavern. We went on the recommendation of a tour guide at the nearby Omni Bedford Springs Resort. The building is clearly historic, which you can read about on their website and at the restaurant itself. Sadly, we didn't get to explore more of the building or visit the gift shop, due to timing. We enjoyed the variety of specials the restaurant was featuring on a weeknight. From the features, we tried the mushroom soup and stuffed chicken. From the regular menu, we had the french dip (recommended by our server) and the peanut butter pie. Everything was very tasty and exceeded expectations. Our server Caden was extremely kind, helpful, and attentive. He provided great service despite dealing with a large party near ours that sent back all of their food for one reason or another, with the father loudly throwing a fit about it. The only mark against them is charging a fee for credit card users. If the difference that fee makes is the make it or break it for your business, there's a bigger problem that needs addressing. read more

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Solid food and cool vibe! Parking is super easy. The staff were friendly and food came out quick. We just got a few drinks and apps in the tavern part - would love to grab dinner downstairs. read more

Ambience, food, our server - all amazing!!! Our server gave suggestions and was patient as we all decided. Her recs were 100% but I don't know that you could go wrong with anything on the menu. I loved the historical aspect of this restaurant and how they've preserved so much of it read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

An amazing historical gem with lots of character and richness. The food is reminiscent of 18th century tavern style with hearty soups, delicious bread, and meaty selections. There are good salad options with homemade dressings. Go for lunch during the week when there aren't a lot of people, and enjoy the stone hearth and heavily beamed ceilings that have been there for centuries. The gift shop is a must see! read more

Food was solid, drinks were great, service was stellar! The tavern was casual and fun-

Good food, nice for a night out with friends or family. Each month offers a new selection of specials to try! It's a must stop in Bedford County read more

Stopped by as we were headed east and it had good reviews. I had a crab cake sandwich and my wife a burger. The burger was cooked fine but the roll was stale and the fries were cold. Crabcake sandwich was good. Service was great Won't stop back as there are other options around read more

Super cool spot. We stopped in for afternoon snacks - chili, salad, applesauce, oatmeal pie, and a cheesecake. It was all great, and we'd go back if we're nearby. The B&B rooms looked really cute if you need a place to stay. read more

It's never a trip home to visit family in rural PA without a pit-stop at this old-fashioned restaurant on the way to Grandma's house. Located right between the crossroads of Routes 30 & 31, taking you through two different majestic parts of the Appalachian mountains. Then not far from a small, country town called Bedford and a nearby campground sits this rustic, brick building serving the finest home-cooked meals, drinks & desserts inside a warm dining room made of stone with dim candles, a fireplace, colored quilts, American decor and wooden tables that makes you feel like you've stepped into a scene from the late 18th-century. All the traditional meals like sandwiches, burgers, salads and a selection of seafood items are served on silver plates with your choice of homemade sides like mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh vegetables or hand-cut fries. For the tourists who think fries on a salad is odd have obviously never had a taste of classic-Pittsburgh, American country cuisine. That's how all the chicken salads were prepared back when I was in high school. But here, you'll find the freshest ingredients for a fair price while taking a trip down memory lane. There's historical facts about the building itself on the table mats and menus and also flyers about the local history and fun places to travel while visiting the area inside the doorway. Home-cooked food does take its time so I wouldn't be in a rush if you visit. There's woodsy, outdoor dining and larger tables found upstairs during the busy seasons. The refurbished house now serves as a lodge for anyone passing by historic Lincoln Highway and a recently-opened outdoor gift shop that has a cute selection of apparel, handcrafted mugs and jewelry, home decor, postcards and more to check out at this old farmhouse. And if there's time, there's a little goat farm for the kiddies to feed and pet across the parking lot. But before leaving, don't be afraid to ask the welcoming and friendly staff about the occasional ghost hauntings they've witnessed at this restaurant that's seen several wars back in its long, historical heyday. A fun place for reunions, luncheons, family dinners and parties of any size. Gift certificates and more information can be found at https://www.jeanbonnettavern.com/ read more

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This is a find! It's about 10 minutes from the Turnpike. Fabulous menu- loved the portobello with caramelized onions, French onion soup, haddock sandwich. Standout was the fried green bean appetizer with horseradish sauce. Great beer selection. Fast, friendly service. Very cool old building from around 1780. Worth the detour! read more