From the Plate of GettysburgGerry - Dining Choices in Gettysburg Pa

From the Plate of GettysburgGerry - Dining Choices in Gettysburg Pa

It amazes me how often I get contact from people out of the area inquiring about dining choices for their upcoming visit to Gettysburg Pa. Most often I hear from people that have read a blog about a Gettysburg historic home or Gettysburg Battlefieldstory, sometimes one of my blogs, sometimes not, but somehow I have become the Internet food critic for the area. A title I happily accept.

One great thing about Gettysburg is that there are some wonderful choices here. Everything from fine dining to take out, all are available in a fairly compact geographical area, close to the Gettysburg Battlefield, as well as Gettysburg borough. I have compiled a list of some of my favorite places to dine, whether you lean to Irish, Italian, Mexican, or just good old fashioned comfort food, I have some suggestions. So after a long day of touring the famous Gettysburg National Military Park, or you have walking the Gettysburg Borough touring the historic homes of Gettysburg, take some time and stop in to one of these wonderful eateries.

If you are going to be in the Gettysburg Adams County Pa area the week of April 4 - 11, 2011, be sure and take advantage of Gettysburg Restaurant Week. This is first time event and promises to be a big hit here in Gettysburg.

Here is a list of some my favorites by category, remember these are my own personal favorites, I encourage you to explore and make your own choices.

    Fine Dining: The Cashtown Inn, in my mind the best restaurant in Adams County. However there is a second choice which I think comes in right on it's heels, Sidney. Either choice will be sure to impress.

    Meat Lovers: hands down the Friday night Prime Rib @ Centuries on the Square. Right at heart of Gettysburg Pa, on the square., request a window table.

    Comfort Food, about the biggest and best menu for this group is O'Rorkes.Located on Steinwehr Ave

    Italian, right off the square sits one of my local favorites Mamma Venturaserves up some wonderful authentic dishes. I love their Baked Ziti

    Irish, no one beats the Garryowen Irish Pub, the food, the atmosphere is all Irish. It truly is like stepping into Ireland here, including the food. 

    Asian/Sushi, the best place around is Pings, there are many take places for Chinese, but for a combo of Chinese and Sushi Pings is your place. 
   

   French, Yes you can get French food in Gettysburg Pa. The Cafe Saint Amand does a great representing the French cuisine. Enjoy a little bit of Paris among the Confederates.

These are just a few choices, it should be noted that except the Cashtown Inn & Sidney all of these restaurants are within walking distance of each other. You could, you start your evening early enough take a walking/eating tour of Gettysburg Pa. Remember this is only a partial list of restaurants in Gettysburg borough, take some time to explore and find your own favorites.