Burger Restaurants near Clarks Summit

“We were in for lunch today and tried several things, the food was incredible. Our server did great with the flow. We will be back soon!“

“A Reliable Road Trip Stop – Burger King, South Abington Township, PA

I stopped by this Burger King while driving north toward New York, and I have to say—it was exactly what I needed at that point in the trip. If you’re looking for a place to grab a quick bite, stretch your legs, and use a clean restroom without going too far off the highway, this is a solid choice. It’s located right off the main roads, near I-81 and I-476, which makes it super convenient when you’re on the move. You don’t have to go deep into town or waste time navigating small streets—just a quick exit and you’re there.

When I pulled into the parking lot, there were a few cars but it wasn’t overly packed. Parking was easy to find, and the area felt safe and open. The exterior of the restaurant looked well-kept—not brand new, but definitely cared for. Walking in, I was happy to see the dining area was clean and organized. Tables were wiped down, floors were tidy, and it didn’t have that typical greasy fast food smell some places can have.

I was greeted at the counter within a minute. The staff weren’t super chatty, but they were polite, efficient, and got the order right. That alone is worth mentioning—I’ve had enough road trip meals go wrong to appreciate when everything is smooth. I ordered a Whopper combo and a 10-piece nugget on the side to share with my travel buddy. Everything came out hot and fresh. The burger was well put together—not sloppy—and had that classic flame-grilled BK taste. The fries were crispy, not soggy, and had just the right amount of salt. The nuggets were good too, with the familiar crunch and flavor you expect from Burger King.

The drink station was fully stocked with ice, napkins, lids, and straws available, which isn’t always the case in fast food spots these days. I sat down to eat inside and took a few minutes to relax. The seating area was surprisingly calm, with soft music playing in the background and a few other travelers eating quietly. The air conditioning was working well, which was great on a hot summer day.

One of the most important parts for me on a road trip is the restroom—and thankfully, this one was clean, stocked, and had running hot water. Big win. You’d be surprised how rare that is during long drives.

I also noticed that they had a drive-thru option, and while I didn’t use it, the line seemed to move quickly. That’s a nice option if you’re short on time or just want to eat in your car.

Prices were as expected—affordable and no surprises. They had a few deals posted on the app and inside the store as well, so it’s worth checking that out if you’re trying to save a couple of bucks. Nothing felt overpriced, and the portion sizes were generous enough to leave me full for the next leg of the trip.

Overall, this Burger King really delivers on what it’s meant to be: a clean, convenient, fast, and familiar place to eat on the road. It’s not fancy or trendy, but that’s not what you’re looking for when you’re just trying to make it through a long highway drive. What it does offer is comfort, consistency, and a short break from the car that actually feels like a breather—not a hassle.

Would I go out of my way to eat here? Probably not. But would I stop here again next time I’m passing through? Absolutely. And I’d recommend it to anyone driving through the area who just needs a reliable, no-drama stop for a quick meal, a clean restroom, and a bit of peace before heading back out on the road.“

“Rob from the back window and drive thru is awesome!! I laughed so hard this morning when I picked up my order! He sounds like a tv host and told me congratulations for making it to Friday!! Thanks for the laughter and cheer this morning, I really needed it!! 💕“

“Nostalgic atmosphere. great food, welcoming staff!“

“They have delicious food!“

“Best food around! Very fast!!“

“Ordered for the first time yesterday for lunch. The food I ordered was delicious and fresh with good quality ingredients. The guy that took my order was kind and patient which is appreciated and delivery was fast. Prices are reasonable as well. Great job D’Amore thanks again for the great food, service and delivery!“

“Hello, What a marvelous treat & surprise! Stopped in June 2, gnocchi special, marvelous! But the real treat was the most cordial, professional, amazing, friendly, & the list can continue❤️❤️👍 We met “Frankie” by far Northeastern Pennsylvania’s best of the best, Bartender! We are visiting from Flordia and we were welcomed by Frankie. Food great! Service above & beyond! I would encourage everyone to stop in great specials & Frankie is just warm & welcoming!😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍 Sorry, I forgot to take pictures! We will return, highly recommend.“

“This is a classic, great spot. It is not a regular place for us but it's worth the drive. It has been around for years but they always keep it fresh! It never disappoints! The food menu has something for everyone and has unique offerings. The whiskey, beer and drink menu will have you coming back to try something new every time! We happened to stop in during their Octoberfest and I enjoyed the wurst platter with rotkohl and spätzle. 👌“

“The Cheese Burger with fries was delicious and I recommend it highly! Friendly service and order correct first time. I was greeted as soon as I walked in and the asked how I enjoyed the meal halfway through. Great location will be back again.“

“A ton of great options for both breakfast and lunch! Such a friendly and helpful staff. The Reuben was perfect and the peanut butter pie was delicious!“

“Great food and great service in a quaint surrounding. They are worth checking out if you haven’t been there yet.“

“Great food. Wonderful people.“

“Tried for the first time last night and everything was delicious!!!! Will definitely be back!!!“

“We enjoyed the wing bites and the pizza! great prices and great service!“

“best burgers and icecream around also the frys are great“

“great place - really unique design. food is great, and the beers and cocktails are great. must visit“

“The new owners did a great job keeping all the antique aspects while sprucing the place up! Menu is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The quality of ingredients really shows through. Well conceptualized recipes and expert preparation. The Fries! The Weiner Sauce! The specials! Also, bar staff are attentive and personable. Very good service!“

“our drinks were delicious & the all you can eat tender meal is seriously such a great deal. our server Kayla was so kind and attentive, i also thank her for her patience with waiting for our brother to join us ! also have to give Emily a shoutout because she’s amazing too !“

“Great place to relax and chat. Owners and staff are great and friendly. Food is very good. Scranton’s “CHEERS”.“

“haven't been to a five guys in over 2yrs ....definitely wont be another 2....I'm from out of town and I'd say the staff on tonight was a well oiled machine“

“Wow! I’ve been here a few times before and it’s never been anything special but I’ve recently been back during the weekend and have been absolutely blown away by kashala (sorry if I misspelled it)! Amazing customer service, so fast and such a kind soul absolutely will be a regular just for the service“

“Always decently clean for a fast food joint with constant table turnaround. However we do use the window to order many times. Whoever the one gal is she super polite and very personable. Tries hard to make your experience pleasant and efficient. The star/ moon tattoo? Is cute. The Food. Fast food is fast food but this outlet at least tries to make it look like it should when it hits the customer.“

“Great meal AND it was FREE ! Thanks for honoring teachers !“

“We have come here many times. Every time it has been great. I'd like to call out Kyanna for being our server and bartender more than once. Great service to great conversations, if you have her as the bartender or the server then you're in good hands!“

“Bussin fr fr, chicken fries are great, need to bring back the spicy ones here.“

“Hidden gem. I will be back“

“Food is excellent ! People in our party had porketta, fries,onionrings, pulled pork , meatball sandwich,pizza, mac n cheese and assorted drinks...Bar drinks were on point very good...Food was amazing....Staff and chef very nice he even came out and said hi to the baby! We have been here before and always great!“

“good food, close to my job“

“The fries are so delicious when they are fresh but I've gotten some older fries a few times that weren't so good and other food that had been setting. The employees are all usually very nice and friendly, cool, and on point. The food is also usually very fresh and hot at certain times. Overall it's one of the better BKs!“

“hidden gem. the Chef salad was by far the best I've ever had. I know it sounds funny about a salad, but true salad lovers know what I mean. also ordered the Pizza with onion. so good. don't know if they make their own, but it was delicious.“

“This place has had a great revamp. I think the ownership is relatively new. It was a little iffy for a bit during the transition but the whole place now has brand new furnishings and is immaculately clean. The service at the counter and the drive thru is always efficient and polite. I’m sitting now in the blissfully quiet dining room listening to their overhead music (Heart, at the moment - yeah I’m a late GenX sucker 😂), and just finishing up my delightful and perfectly-sized $7 meal deal. A delightful experience. Drinks are refillable to your heart’s content, so who knows, I may camp out here indefinitely.“

“Fish was cooked perfectly! Slaw so good! Always do a great job at this location. People stop in here and enjoy! Now my mouths watering may need to stop over for lunch!p.s. a little more attention to cleaning tables would be nice ladt few times had to clean my own. But the cleaner is left out in trash cans, so no worries.“