21 Best American Restaurants near Lock Haven

“Worth the drive! It took us an hour to get here, but absolutely no regrets! Charming decor. Food was delicious. We had garlic-parmesan chicken wings for an appetizer--perfectly done, crispy and garlicky! I had a bacon jam burger (maybe season the burger a bit more) and my husband a pulled pork sandwich, both rate "Definitely would eat that again!" The baked beans were the best restaurant version I've ever had, the molasses shined and they were sticky not watery.
I also had a cocktail that had ginger in it and it was very good, I wish I'd had another!
But our waitress (whose name i did not write down) was wonderful.
We'll definitely be back!“

“My experiences dining here are consistently positive, usually for breakfast, and this morning's meal was a prime example, with the added flexibility of being able to order lunch or dinner at any time. Following the advice of our very friendly server, I opted for the 'Yia Yia omelette', featuring spinach, chopped tomatoes, and feta cheese, served with home fries and toast - which proved to be an excellent choice. My spouse chose the French toast with bacon, and both meals were exceptionally filling. The coffee was also outstanding, and the service, consistently friendly and attentive. While cash is preferred, the establishment also accepts plastic.“

“Highly recommend this place to hang out and have a few beers/drinks. I am sure the food is good but I didn't get a chance to have some because we came late. The drinks and atmosphere were fantastic. Next time we are in the area, we will have some food.“

“Thank you for catering our Class Reunion.The food was excellent and kept hot the whole time. No one went away hungry. The staff did an awesome job and was very polite.We will definitely use you again.“

“The food was very good. I had a chicken sandwhich and broccoli salad. My husband had a cheesesteak wrap. My husband said that his a bit salty. The waitress that we had during our meal was great. There are several tvs in the bar to watch sports...I'm not a sports fan. The gentleman who got us our drinks later in the day, they had a band outside, was less friendly. The restrooms were out of order. There were port-a-potties outside behind the building. The bar is located downtown, so it is well lit. There is a parking lot behind the building and on street parking. Lots of parking available, but not a lot of seating inside. There are a couple of tables outside. If you want to sit outside, you can. Anything ordered to go outside us packaged in takeout containers, drinks are put in plastic cups.“

“Excellent place to eat, staff very tentative! Food is delish and reasonable prices. If in the area I would definitely eat there again I highly recommend“

“Great selection to choose from. The food is delicious. Reasonable prices.“

“My Family and myself have been visiting the lock haven area for over 70
years for a family cabin trip!! My husband and myself tried this restaurant on a whim this past weekend when very hungry. Our food was DELICIOUS and server was very nice. We sat outside :)We will be returning.“

“From the moment you step into the establishment, there’s a certain energy in the air—a calm confidence, a sense of readiness, and an unmistakable warmth that assures you you're in good hands. That energy? It’s Larissa.

I wrote a little song for her!!

Oh Larissa, bright as morning light,
With every step, she gets service right.
She glides through tables with grace and ease,
Turning every meal into a breeze.

She’s the heart of the floor, the calm in the storm,
With a smile so warm, she’ll keep you from harm.
From orders to laughter, she carries the day,
Larissa, oh Larissa, you light the way.

Menus she knows, down to each spice,
Gives the kind of service that feels so nice.
She remembers your name, your drink, your seat,
And every encounter feels so sweet.

Some serve with duty, some serve with cheer,
But Larissa brings something special here.
A spark, a grace, a work of art—
She serves from the soul, she serves from the heart.

She’s the soul of the shift, the queen of the scene,
The best that there is, the true service queen.
Tip her in thanks, and if you may—
Tell Larissa she made your day.“

“Our first time there yesterday, 2/24/22, wonderful meal and the singing and playing by Bob and his mother, so awesome“

“Excellent food, excellent service. Be aware that at least on Sunday they close at 9:00pm.“

“I love Trivia Wednesdays but the food needs upgraded. I will eat before I come to trivia. Steaks are never cooked right. Flatbreads are soggy. Bacon wrapped scallops were 10 dime sized scallops deep fried, very dry and expensive. Wisconsin cheese soup was condensed right out of the can with no reconstitution. Mixed drink specials are watered down. I feel bad for this place, they could do so much better.“

“We love eating at the Valley Hotel! We have not had anything bad yet. The servers are all so nice!!“

“My husband and I were just chatting while eating our dinner from this location. We’ve both been eating here since we were kids. I seriously cannot recall ever having a bad experience nor can I even recall a time that I had an order that was wrong. The staff are always friendly, service is quick but accurate, food is always phenomenal and the prices have always remained reasonable. Additionally, some of the employees have been working there for years which speaks volumes about the management. This is always my first choice when eating locally because I’ve never been disappointed!“

“Excellent service, great food, who could ask for more“

“As always everything was delicious! The brisket is my favorite but I enjoy all of the food!“

“Friends become family when you come to The Tavern! Wonderful owner with a chill atmosphere and some amazing homemade soups on Tuesdays! Skill machine, pool tournaments and the occasional karaoke night. Always a great time!“

“My sisters and I randomly chose Browns Hill Tavern to have lunch on our road trip. The food was excellent and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend!“

“Excellent Food, great price! My favorite is the Crispy Bacon Ranch salad“

“fantastic food, great quick service. The waitress was fantastic!“

“all around fine dining,,,“