I stopped by here a number of Saturdays ago with my wife and twins for our morning coffee. Every…read moreweekend we try to visit a new coffee shop, and on this day we were headed to Idlewild, so we made a detour to The Coffee Bean Cafe. This coffee shop is located right on Route 30 and is rather large inside. They have their coffee roaster on display, as well as a small area near the cash register with items for sale and a display case. They also have plenty of seating and the inside has a warm feel with high ceilings, colorful walls, and natural light coming in through the big front windows. One wall features coffee themed artwork, and another area has stacks of burlap coffee bean sacks labeled by origin, which gives the shop a cozy roastery atmosphere. For my coffee on this morning I ordered a large oatmeal cookie latte. My drink ended up being pretty good because the coffee flavor was present and it really did taste like an oatmeal cookie. There was plenty of oatmeal flavor combined with a lot of sweetness. My wife also enjoyed her iced coffee and liked the rich flavor. The bottom line for me is that I would come back here again in the future. Both my wife and I enjoyed our coffees, and the shop itself was a nice place to stop.

The Coffee Bean Cafe is a nice little spot to meet up with friends, have a meeting, or work…read moreremotely. They have good quality coffee and roast beans in house. They have a selection of breakfast / lunch items as well as a pastry case. The service is good - generally it seems like they have college students working and they know their coffee! Everyone has always been friendly. My favorite drink is the "mocha Bianca". They also have a seasonal beverage selection as well.

I first went here with friends in Jan. of last year. I ordered the fries with seafood and cheese,…read moreone of us ordered the pretzel with three sauces and the cornbread, and the last of us ordered the Street Tacos and we shared our dishes with one another. Oh. My. Goodness! My fries were out-of-this-world good and the Street Tacos are now my favorite dish and are only rivaled by the seafood pizza, which I had on my third or fourth visit. The Sunday brunch, to which I last March treated my husband for his birthday, is *spectacular*! Eagerly anticipating my next dining experience there.

Cute place! The vibes are adorable and there is PLENTY of seating. Me and my boyfriend went this…read morepast weekend because we were gonna golf but it got rained out and we were hungry. Upon searching good ol Google we found this place and the Gluten Free menu was huge so we knew we had to go here! To start out with, we ordered Shrimp and Crab Fries. They were really good. The flavors all together were perfect and it was a huge portion size definitely worth the money! Since never being there before we asked the waitress the fan favorites and she recommended the burgers so we had to try them. I got the GF regular Cheeseburger and he got the GF Maple Bacon Burger- unfortunately when it initially came out it was on a normal bun but, they were quick to fix it by making a whole new burger and discounted the burger! The server was so sweet and apologized. I do think the burgers were juicy and big! Great portions and very reasonable pricing. I cant wait to try their other options!

Second time to the Gray Goose. Noted that there were a number of items on the menu which sounded…read moregood. Especially because our first experience was deliciously good. Tonight, we had Lynn as a server. What a treat. She is knowledgeable, helpful and good to ask for recommendations. Very attentive. For an appetizer, we shared the tuna special. Presentation and taste was delicious. My wife had a buffalo Mac & Cheese appetizer for dinner. I had the salmon dinner. I can recommend this restaurant and our server Lynn.

A landmark with a beautiful setting and yes it's a museum! Heath was our amazing bartender who…read moretook the utmost care of our group of ten! A picture perfect setting! We enjoyed delish apps of breaded fried mozzarella, truffle fries and a shrimp app lightly coated and very tasty. Can't wait to go back. All staff was wonderful! On way to ice fest in Ligonier!

The food was amazing, the decor is very pleasant, when I came with my family there was just one…read moreperson working, and he did a phenomenal job with multiple orders, and great customer service. I highly recommend this spot if you want a delicious coffee, and food. The 512 sauce was delicious as well. Don't forget to get a banana split!

Props to this new business for organising the first ever Latrobe Italian Festival! Held on Saturday…read moreand Sunday September 10-11, 2022. Based on Thompson Street next to the beautifully restored Italianate home of 512. I wanted to support him by buying something during the festival so I opted for a salted caramel ice cream in a cup. They sell Korber's ice cream but I don't think they turn it over fast enough to prevent freezer burn. Every ice cream I've tried here has had ice crystals in it. And so did this one . I think the coffee side of the business is more robust than the ice cream side. I'll keep trying because I want to support the local entrepreneurs like Mike. I hope he finds a way to keep that ice cream fresher.

We have been going to Denunzios for years. It's such a nice place to eat if you're waiting for a…read moreflight. We took the family out on Monday night for a birthday party. This restaurant is beautifully decorated and comfortable. Great for families or a date night. Huge dining area and bar area our waitress, Bridgette is the best. She was so attentive and friendly, she even cut up the cake I brought for our celebration. We always get the artichoke appetizer. It is so good! Most of my family had pasta dishes and I had the chicken salad club sandwich. Everything was fantastic as usual. We have also gone to Thanksgiving buffet many times in the past. There are so many choices and just amazing food and service.

A decent enough brunch with family today. A nice selection of foods, and our server Jen did a nice…read morejob of attending our table. The poached egg on an English muffin was tasty, the bacon crisp. The roast beef a bit tough, but the dessert table closed our meal nicely. A good experience.

Well, because I believe in second chances, I tried this restaurant again. This time it was at…read morelunchtime and the service was markedly better. I had a terrific waitress who was completely swamped with tables. I ordered the salad bar and a grilled cheese sandwich. Amazingly it came to darn near $20. The salad bar was not good. The lettuce was all brown, and the toppings were very slowly refilled. I also noticed that the person refilling the toppings was just dumping them onto already standing product; this is a food violation because you are not supposed to put New on top of old. Needless to say, within 15 minutes of having eaten, I had some life-changing experiences. I will not be back at this Eat n Park.

I've visited this location twice in the last couple of weeks - once dine in and once carry-out…read more Both times I was underwhelmed with the food. Everyone in our party agreed - it was good, but just not great. Our dine in service was also just so-so but to be fair, the restaurant did seem to be understaffed. My dining partner's soup arrived warm not hot as did the fries on my steak salad. We probably should have sent the food back to be warmed but we didn't see our server again until we were almost finished. Today's takeout was much better both in temperature and service but once again, the food was just ok - nothing that would compel me to want to come back. Eat 'n Park has always been a mainstay when I visit the area. I'm not going to give up - I'm sure I'll give it another try next time I'm back in the Latrobe area. I just hope it will be the restaurant I remembered.

A birthday celebration deserves not just one treat--but six!…read more French Express in Latrobe delivered dessert heaven for our special day. We indulged in a selection of six incredible treats, and each one was an absolute standout. Pictured: Flourless Chocolate Cake Cheesecake Toasted Almond Cake Limoncello Cream Cake Apple Tarte Fruit Tarte Every single bite was rich, flavorful, and beautifully made. The flavors were distinct and balanced, and the textures were on point--from creamy to crisp to melt-in-your-mouth. Beyond the sweets, everything in their deli cases looked equally tempting. Sandwiches, soups, and other savory items were calling our names. It's clear this place takes pride in quality across the board. If you haven't been to French Express yet, do yourself a favor and GO. Whether it's for a quick lunch or a box full of birthday-worthy desserts, it's a must-try gem in Latrobe!

Love their homemade soups, salads, and quiche. They also have lovely baked goods. There is often a…read moreline to be waited on, so allow enough time. It's worth the wait.

I used to dine at The Road Toad regularly, and even though I'm not in Ligonier as often these days,…read moreit clearly hasn't lost its charm. I've made the trip twice in the past two weeks--and both visits were absolutely worth it. The food was fantastic. I had the Old Bay Broiler, which was packed with flavor, and my friend ordered the hand-breaded cod sandwich--crispy, fresh, and just as impressive. It's the kind of meal that reminds you why you keep coming back. What really stood out, though, was the service. The staff was efficient, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome from start to finish. The Road Toad continues to deliver great food and a great experience. Even if it's a bit of a drive, it's 100% worth the trip.

We have not been to the Road Toad for a long time. Cute place. We sat on the back deck where there…read moreis a beautiful view. The place was pretty busy on Saturday night so I recommend reservations. There is a small bar area with tables as well as a covered deck. There are also some tables outside but these were not used the night we were there. Our waitress was so nice and accommodating. We ordered burgers and spicy chicken and sausage. We had to wait quite a while for the food but we had fun chatting with our friends. My burger was great served with fries. My husband said the chicken dish was good and very spicy! The owner or manager checked in on every table which was a nice touch. We will definitely go back. It is really a fun and laid back place.

We were over in Latrobe visiting all the Mr. Rogers sites and stopped in to get a banana split and…read morelunch (given the history of Latrobe and banana splits). I got an Italian sandwich with fries and my littles got pancakes. While the sandwich was good, it wasn't great...just meaning, I've had better sandwiches and it wasn't anything to write home about. The fries came out a bit cold and limp. The pancakes were big and my kids really enjoyed them and the banana split was huge and really good! Service was relatively slow, but I understand that many places are short staffed these days and try to have patience. I have more patience than my children haha! The restaurant was clean and the staff were friendly.

I visited Latrobe one day last month to visit Mr. Rogers historic sites as well as learning about…read morethe town's status as "the birthplace of the banana split". I asked a few locals where to get the best one and they all said this place. Problem was this was nowhere near downtown, you had to drive on the busy section where all the chains are, in front of Walmart. So I went and had some smothered fries, and for dessert, the banana split. It was well-decorated, and just like how a banana split should be - with an American flag on top. Service was great.

My update isn't as much about the food, but the level of customer service. I regularly volunteer at…read morethe farmer's market, so I see many of the same people on a weekly basis. Like life, you encounter people of every description and quality. I posted my first review about this vendor at the market last year. During this new season, I was stopped as I was going past by the same woman I had encountered during my 1st visit. If you'd think her attitude had changed, I can assure you that it had not. She immediately attacked me about the review I had left. At no time did she offer to make anything right. Once again, she bragged about how great her products are and that she sells thousands. In addition, she made a concerted effort to make me feel guilty about my review. She asked how I felt about leaving a poor review of a family business. Well, I can assure you that I feel just fine. I believe my reviews are honest and assess my opinions of the products and level of service. She yelled at me that I should have brought the jars back. At that point, I didn't remember if I did or didn't return the bad product. I stated that I thought I had, but she yelled at me that I never returned them. At no time did she ask me any questions or offer any solutions. I was in the business of customer service for many years. I have never fixed the blame. I always strived to fix the problem. She may well do very well at her stand, but there is always room for improvement. From her attitude, everything is perfect in her own world and pleasing customers is the furthest thing from her mind. I have never once seen her stand jammed with an overabundance of customers, as I have seen at many other stands. I don't see it as a product issue, since there are people willing to pay a price for small jars of relishes and jams. I see this as an attitude issue. The woman is not friendly and I don't get a good feeling dealing with her. I don't believe that being combative solves any issues.

Although I have not been at their physical storefront location I've met with "the pickled chef" on…read morea number of occasions during my recent farmer's markets visit. I had purchased three of their popular items, apple bourbon maple jam, raw fermented ginger beet kraut, and pickled red beets. These items have been outstanding. The jam as described has real apple chunks in it and when spread on bread it tastes like an apple pie. Made with quality ingredients including the maple syrup from Paul's family farm it is worth the investment. The kraut is red pink due to the beets but you can taste the pickle in it. It makes a great side dish and will keep in the fridge for some time. My understanding is that it is one of their more popular items. With the markets winding down for the season you can still shop for their products on their website or you can purchase their products at East End food coop or Shenot's farm and market in Wexford. It is my hope to visit their Latrobe brick and mortal location when I'm in the area to stock up on more of their "farm to jar" as they call it products. Even if you are looking for pickles you won't be disappointed.