Looking to grab a bite to eat before heading to the backyard brawl, my dad, my husband, and I made…read moreour way to Rising Creek. Out of towners, be warned - the other location of Rising Creek (on GPS) is no longer an actual restaurant, but simply makes and ships their bread. We made that mistake, without checking their website, and drove to the other location first. All of that aside, we still arrived at their second location with plenty of time to eat before heading to the football game. I ordered a simple omelette with sautéed peppers, onions and cheese while my dad and my husband decided to try their salt bread with gravy and eggs (think biscuits and gravy but instead of biscuits, it was their infamous salt bread). The omelette was tasty, but nothing special - the type of omelette I could easily make it home. My dad and my husband felt the same about their "biscuits" and gravy and eggs. The service was friendly and the girl was very kind and attentive. The space is simple and non-descriptive. So if you are looking for a bite to eat and find yourself near the campus, come see for yourself.

I came in for lunch on Sunday. 1) they didn't bother to…read moreput the sign out, and they are hard to find. 2) Reuben sandwich meat was cold, sauerkraut tasteless and the bread seemed stale. 3) pasta salad was tiny, dry and stuck together (who knows when it was made). For a simple menu, I expected much better.

The best way to describe this little restaurant is rustic and maybe a bit of a dive. But I didn't…read more judge a book by its cover, because the food is great. You order at a little window and then take food to eat on their little partially covered patio. We were traveling with our dog and they allow dogs on the patio. We had sent an email to ask about the dog and the clerk responded right away saying the dog was welcome. When we arrived, he even brought water for the dog as it was hot outside. The clerk is super friendly. The patio is a mix of old unmatched patio furniture on a layer of mulch. Some of the seating was wet from a recent rain. There are fun signs around. We were the only patrons for an early dinner and found some dry seating. The menu is a blend of chimmichuris, burritos, salads. Food came out fairly quickly. The clerk brought the food out to us on the patio and checked on us later. I ordered the Tijuana Crispy Chicken Salad in an edible tortilla bowl. Wow, it was hot! Buffalo hot! Pickled onions, hand-cut thin fries, fresh mozzarella, fresh lettuce blend, cheddar cheese, and crispy chicken made this salad a winner in my book. (I could have done with a bit less buffalo sauce.) My husband had the Monte Cristo Chimmi. He loved the blend of ham and turkey and the crispy sugar coated chimmi crust. The raspberry jelly was the icing on the cake. There is an up-charge for use of credit card. There is plenty of parking in their private lot.

Food was amazing! I cant say enough good things about their food. It is well prepared, portions…read morewere giant (in a great way)! The chicken was cooked perfectly and served with fresh mozzarella. Very cognizant of my food allergies. End up coming back for another salad to take to work with me haha! Service was impeccable and impressive. Owner waited on me and was very kind and knowledgeable. Everything was cooked quickly. Gave me a free sample of their fried pb&j. Ambiance is fun! They have a nice outdoor seating area that you can sit at and enjoy your food. It was raining when I went. Cant wait to explore more of their menu!

This spot is so fantastic. The outdoor spaces are amazing - with beautiful landscaping and plants…read moregalore. I asked a couple questions about the menu and was immediately directed to the BLT by a woman in the kitchen. Wow I wasn't disappointed. It was sooooo good. The bread was toasted perfectly (so it didn't kill the roof of my mouth), the tomato's and lettuce were fresh, the bacon crispy, and that basil mayo. A life changing BLT if there is such a thing. A couple side notes I appreciate. Bittersweet's marketing team deserves. Ton of credit - they have some awesome swag available for purchase. Also, this is a Christian oriented cafe with bible verses, messaging, and music. Love it! And finally, check out the story about Bittersweet's roots, its commitment to addiction recovery/support, and the owner's son's story/passing. The name "Bittersweet Cafe" will take on a deeper meaning (the news articles can be found in the walls before the counter by the bathrooms). Cheers Bittersweet, thanks for having me, and God bless!

Visited on a Saturday in between tours at Frank Lloyd Wright properties. I love the ambiance,…read moredecor, and meaning poured into this place. The food was delicious. Servers were friendly and hospitable. The only downside is waiting in line to order and then waiting for your food. This is probably not the place to come when you have a time crunch, but if you can eat a leisurely meal, come on! I had the Bittersweet chicken salad sandwich and we shared a peanut butter mousse dessert, both were great!

My husband and I had the best experience at Out of the Fire Cafe! I accidentally ordered the wrong…read moredinner and felt terrible about it, but Patricia Rozycki took such wonderful care of me and made the entire experience so enjoyable. She is an exceptional waitress, and the food was absolutely amazing. We will definitely be back!

A Hidden Gem Worth Leaving the Turnpike For! After making…read morethe drive between Northern Virginia and Ohio for more than 20 years, we couldn't believe we had never discovered Out of the Fire Café before. Anyone who regularly travels the Pennsylvania Turnpike knows how hard it is to find a truly memorable place to eat. This one is absolutely worth the short detour. The atmosphere is charming, the view is beautiful, and the food exceeded every expectation. We had to try their famous mushroom soup, and even though I'm not normally a mushroom fan, it was hands-down one of the best cups of soup I've ever had. The smoked salmon salad was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. My husband ordered the Filet Mignon Sandwich special, and every bite was packed with incredible flavor. Our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. She made us feel right at home and added to what was already a wonderful dining experience. We finished with the Bananas Foster. While it wasn't the tableside flaming presentation you'd find at a fine-dining restaurant, the flavor was outstanding and the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. We'll definitely be making Out of the Fire Café a tradition on our future trips. If you're traveling the Pennsylvania Turnpike, do yourself a favor and make the stop--you won't regret it!

Stopped here for a clean bathroom break, an iced cap and birthday cake Timbits and got EXACTLY what…read moreI came for. Such a treat happening upon a Timmy Ho's not along the northern border. Bathrooms were clean and my food was ready before I was. Keep up the good work!

We stopped in on our way back to Northern Virginia from Indiana. The customer service was very…read morelacking. I asked a simple question and got an eye roll. Then when I ordered I got a sigh like I was asking him to do the impossible. I thanked him and got nothing back. In the bright side the Tim Bits were yummy!

After wandering the trails through Cathedral State Park, hunger hit hard and luckily we managed to…read morefind internet service, which is never guaranteed in this part of the country. That led us straight to Heidi's Bakery & Cafe, and honestly? Total home run. There's a sign hanging on the wall that says: "Homemade with love and butter." That pretty much tells you everything you need to know. You can taste the care and quality in everything they make. We ordered the BLTs on homemade sourdough, and they were absolute perfection --thick, delicious bacon, crisp beautiful lettuce, sweet tomatoes, and sourdough that deserved its own standing ovation. A truly excellent BLT is a thing of beauty, and Heidi's version was gorgeous. The french fries had some kind of secret seasoning situation happening that made them completely addictive. Every bite somehow got better. And then the desserts. Cupcakes. Cookies. Pastries. Basically a direct shipment from heaven itself. The kind of bakery case that makes you start negotiating with your own self-control and losing immediately. If you're exploring the mountains and backroads around Cathedral State Park, this place is 100% worth the stop. Warm, homemade comfort food done right.

We made a carry-out lunch order for our family and got to enjoy the strawberry chicken salad, the…read moreturkey Reuben, the BLT, and the chicken ranch wrap. I picked up an enormous Reese's peanut butter cup cookie for later. Everything was delicious, prices were fair, and the staff were friendly. Plenty of parking in their lot and both indoor and outdoor seating. We'll definitely be back!

I had not been here in a while and I am glad to have re-visited! It is the perfect place to meet up…read morewith friends, have a meeting, or work remotely. The latte was phenomenal- perfect amount of maple flavor. I also love that they use real ingredients whenever possible. They offer a variety of sweet and savory pastry and bakery items. They have gluten-free and vegan items available, which I love to see. Everyone was friendly and accommodating.

While in Greensburg for an early morning appointment, we hopped on over to the White Rabbit Cafe &…read morePatisserie. This is a unique little shop in downtown that features quality coffee drinks, light breakfast items and pastries. The staff was very friendly and clearly take pride in their creations. The coffee and oatmeal were decent and the pastry was very good.