I seem to gravitate to the same menu items when I dine here. I had the Blueberry Shrimp Salad AGAIN tonight. I didn't realize it, but i ordered the same as I did this time last year! LOL! And again, it was delicious! Tonight I added a local craft beer,a Juniata Shandy Stone. Very good beer and @ $6 a pint, very affordable. Our server was busy but took care of us well. Tavern atmosphere is the same charming decor every time. read more

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

2nd visit - just as good as the 1st! Good food, friendly & attentive service in a warm inviting atmosphere. read more

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My friend recommend this place and it was fantastic! We were fortunate to walk into the tavern and be seated on the deck. I had the grilled chicken with bacon and barbecue sauce with a side of onion rings, it was great! I'm pretty sure the bun was freshly baked. He had the bison burger and onion rings. My friend had the fried pierogis which were delicious. They had Allison's Alpacas on site, which was fun. They also have a cute gift shop on site. read more

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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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We've eaten at Jean Bonnet several times. It's a pretty far drive as we live 2 hours away. I've previously left 5 stars. We just left less than 10 minutes ago. It's currently 5:25pm Saturday the 16th of October. The food was wonderful as always! The service, now that's a totally different story. Our party of 5 were seated in the back corner 1/2 booth. Our 1st waitress got drinks then took forever to come back to the table. After ordering we never saw her again! Our 2nd waitress only came after we were finished and asked if we needed boxes. We were never asked if we needed anything. For the most part we were good except i was missing the butter and s/c for my baked potato. None of us got refills on our drinks. I wanted another 1919, we had planned on getting dessert as well but after everything we just wanted to leave! To clarify the food runners, and bussers were fine! Please discipline your staff and beat it into their head... if you're leaving during waiting on the table, you swing by and tell your tables this is the last you will see me as i am leaving. Then the server taking over should promptly swing by as well and ask if anything is needed. You never leave your tables questioning where the server is! We are normally always great tippers, but we left very little, i hope it goes to the runners/bussers! read more

Loved this place! Food and atmosphere were really good! Server was great too! Loved that they had a book with stories of the history! read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - Creamy Shrimp and Crab Dip - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

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

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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This was by far one of the worst meals and mediocre service we have experienced. The green beans were so dry and nasty. They appeared to have withered on the vine, then served. I sent word to the manager that "I would be ashamed to serve the beans." He glanced over to our table and walked away. Very poor service and attitude. I would have come and given a sincere apology for failing in his duties as a manager. The chicken was dry and unseasoned. Don't order sweet tea if you like your tea sweet. There seems to be zero sugar. The only bright spot was the salad. The ingredients were fresh and nice and crispy. Our server started off good, but once the food was served, he never came back till he brought the bill. The chairs are hard and uncomfortable. What a waste of money. We will definitely not return. Also, our server never brought bread to our table. read more

Jean Bonnet Tavern - dry chicke parm & shriveled up beans - New American Near Me - Bedford, Pennsylvania

August 2025 Beautiful place with a welcoming ambiance. The food and service was everything one would wish for in such a unique place. read more

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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Amazing place! We stayed for two nights, and would love to come back. Did you tell my wife about it before we got here, but as soon as we walked in, she turned to me and said "you won". The atmosphere is authentic historical since it's literally from the 1700s. The staff were super attentive, and very helpful. A special shout out to Brady who went above and beyond to help us with our room and anything else we might've needed. Make sure you stop by the gift shop, take a walk through the gardens, and see the goats. Unfortunately, we had no ghost experiences. read more

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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 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

Service was very good!! Prices are on point for today's restaurants. Food was amazing!! Mushroom Swiss Bison burger with fries. Several beers on tap with many other options in bottles. Nice selection of wine and spirits. The history and style of Jean Bonnet is always a great visit. read more

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

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

For 2nd straight time we had to ASK waiter for buns & butter (listed on menu). We had prime rib & had to ASK waiter for that item specifically noted on menu. We had to summon waiter & ASK for drinks to be refilled. Waiter was clearly disappointed at 18% tip but I thought it generous given interaction (or lack thereof). 2 of us are significantly handicapped & despite a gathering of wait staff (6 or more) at cash register not 1 offered assistance especially at double doors. Gave us only a plastic bag to take home leftover! So miserably dark that we had to borrow a cell phone/ flashlight to read menu. Too dark to reliably cut up meat. The 4 stars are for excellent food well & flavorfully prepared (correct spices) and served as requested (medium rare). read more

Service is good. Fries are always soggy. Have been for years! Ruben was very thin on corned beef.

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

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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Overall, good experience no ghost things happen though service was great and the food was even better I would recommend

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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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

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

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

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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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

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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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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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

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

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

Jean Bonnet Tavern is historic tavern in Bedford, PA on the National Register of Historic Places dating back to the 1760s that just oozes charm...this is the kind of place I gravitate towards and look forward to for a unique dining experience. The atmosphere in the restaurant is a solid 5/5 with candlelit tables and brick walls that transport you back in time. While the online ratings had me hopeful for both great atmosphere and decent dining experience, the food was sadly underwhelming. We both went with chicken sandwiches (one grilled and one fried) and a side of onion rings. I'd rate the food as a 2.5/5 at best. The chicken was fine, but fairly bland and not much flavor. The buns were very odd in texture and weren't tasty at all, falling apart while we were eating our sandwiches. The onion rings were a disappointment as they weren't drained properly, so arrived at the table soaked with oil, which made them unappetizing. Perhaps I caught them on an off day in the kitchen, but the food left much to be desired. Service was friendly and on point. I would recommend Jean Bonnet Tavern to those traveling between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh who like unique and historic places, but I'm not inclined to take the detour off the PA Turnpike to return based on my dining experience. read more

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